The Marlins have interest in Nationals third baseman Jeimer Candelario, as USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes that Miami views “Candelario as a perfect fit.” With a cumulative -0.9 bWAR posted by Marlins third basemen this season, no team has received less from the hot corner than the Fish, as Jean Segura’s resurgence over the last few weeks haven’t been enough to erase his … [Read more...] about NL East Notes: Candelario, Marlins, Pham, Phillies, Dominguez, Hoskins
Diamondbacks, Orioles Interested In Shohei Ohtani
The Diamondbacks and Orioles are two of the clubs that have spoken with the Angels about Shohei Ohtani, should the Angels look to trade Ohtani prior to the deadline, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi writes (Twitter links). Since it is far from a foregone conclusion that Ohtani will be moved at all, Morosi notes that Arizona and Baltimore were essentially making “due diligence” calls, … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks, Orioles Interested In Shohei Ohtani
Nationals Sign Nash Walters To Minors Deal
The Nationals added to their bullpen depth earlier this week, signing right-hander Nash Walters to a minor league deal (h/t to TalkNats). Walters has been assigned to club’s Double-A affiliate in Harrisburg. Originally drafted in the third round of the 2015 draft by the Brewers, Walters was initially slowed in his development by Tommy John surgery in 2017 and 2020’s cancelled … [Read more...] about Nationals Sign Nash Walters To Minors Deal
Orioles Sign T.J. McFarland To Minors Deal
The Orioles have signed veteran left-hander T.J. McFarland to a minor league deal, per MLB.com’s transactions page. McFarland was designated for assignment by the Mets earlier this month to make room for left-hander Jose Quintana on the 40-man roster. The deal represents a homecoming for McFarland, who made his MLB debut with the Orioles back in 2013. Over his first two seasons … [Read more...] about Orioles Sign T.J. McFarland To Minors Deal
Nationals, #2 Overall Pick Dylan Crews Agree To Terms
The Nationals have agreed to terms with second overall pick Dylan Crews, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post (Twitter link). The Talk Nats blog suggested earlier this week the framework of a deal was in place, pending a physical (on Twitter). The specific signing bonus is unclear, though Heyman indicates it’ll come in around $9MM. That’s right in line with the selection’s … [Read more...] about Nationals, #2 Overall Pick Dylan Crews Agree To Terms