As expected, the Washington Nationals traded half a dozen veterans for prospects last month. Here’s what the wheeling and dealing brought the Nats: Closer Kyle Finnegan went to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for righties Josh Randall (the Tigers’ No. 15 prospect) and R.J. Sales. The Chicago Cubs acquired starter Michael Soroka and sent infielder Ronny Cruz (their No. 17 … [Read more...] about Nats clean house at trade deadline; struggles continue
Orioles Trade Mullins, Receive Gómez, Nunez, and Marsh from Mets
The Baltimore Orioles traded star center fielder Cedric Mullins to the New York Mets in a deal hours before the trade deadline Thursday evening. Mullins was a key part in the Orioles’ rebuild and was one of the last players left from the Buck Showalter era. He was a fan favorite, partially due to his inspiring story. Mullins made his Major League debut in 2018 with the … [Read more...] about Orioles Trade Mullins, Receive Gómez, Nunez, and Marsh from Mets
Ramón Laureano and Ryan O’Hearn Traded to Padres
The Baltimore Orioles traded OF Ramón Laureano and first baseman Ryan O’Hearn to the San Diego Padres in return for six prospects. Ryan O’Hearn O’Hearn was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in 2014 and made his major league debut in 2018. He was designated for assignment by the Royals in December 2022, and the Orioles received him in exchange for cash considerations in … [Read more...] about Ramón Laureano and Ryan O’Hearn Traded to Padres
Astros Acquire Ramón Urías from Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles traded infielder Ramón Urías to the Houston Astros late Wednesday night, less than 24 hours before the trade deadline. In return, the Orioles will receive Single-A Right Hand Pitcher Twine Palmer. Urías debuted in 2020 with the Orioles. So far this season, he is batting .248, with eight home runs and 34 RBIs. In 2022, Urías won a Gold Glove award and … [Read more...] about Astros Acquire Ramón Urías from Orioles
Nats draft a shortstop first; will likely be sellers after All Star break
One excellent inning from MacKenzie Gore and one James Wood at-bat, resulting in a fielder’s choice ground-out – the Washington Nationals’ representatives in the mid-season classic didn’t get many opportunities to contribute to the National League’s victory, but Gore certainly made the most of his. And though Wood hit a respectable 16 bombs leading off the home run derby, he … [Read more...] about Nats draft a shortstop first; will likely be sellers after All Star break