The Nationals have made top prospect James Wood’s previously reported promotion to the major leagues official, formally announcing the selection of his contract from Triple-A Rochester. In a corresponding move, veteran outfielder Eddie Rosario has been designated for assignment. Wood’s promotion to the majors was reported last Friday, and MLBTR’s Darragh McDonald broke down the … [Read more...] about Nationals Promote James Wood, Designate Eddie Rosario For Assignment
Julio Teheran Opts Out Of Minors Deal With Orioles
The Orioles announced this morning that veteran right-hander Julio Teheran has opted out with his minor league deal with the club. The 33-year-old veteran signed with Baltimore earlier this month after opting out of a previous minor league deal with the Cubs, but he’ll now return to free agency in search of a better opportunity elsewhere. A veteran of 13 seasons in the majors, … [Read more...] about Julio Teheran Opts Out Of Minors Deal With Orioles
Nationals Planning To Call Up James Wood On Monday
Nationals fan can circle Monday, July 1 as one of the most anticipated days in recent franchise history. They’re planning to promote top outfield prospect James Wood for his MLB debut when they return home for a series against the Mets that day, reports Grant Paulsen of 106.7 FM The Fan. Talk Nats recently suggested that could be a potential target date for the ballyhooed … [Read more...] about Nationals Planning To Call Up James Wood On Monday
Orioles Sign Niko Goodrum, Burch Smith To Minor League Deals
The Orioles announced the signing of utility player Niko Goodrum and reliever Burch Smith to minor league contracts. Both players hit free agency last week — Goodrum after clearing outright waivers by the Pirates, Smith upon being released by the Marlins. Goodrum is on his fifth organization of the season. He has bounced between the Twins, Rays, Angels and Pirates going back to … [Read more...] about Orioles Sign Niko Goodrum, Burch Smith To Minor League Deals
MLBTR Podcast: Injured Trade Candidates, The Cristopher Sánchez Extension And Blue Jays’ Woes
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The injuries to Patrick … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Injured Trade Candidates, The Cristopher Sánchez Extension And Blue Jays’ Woes