The Orioles welcomed first baseman Ryan Mountcastle back from the injured list this morning, per a team announcement. 2023 has been a difficult season for Mountcastle, as the slugger slashed just .227/.264/.421 in 261 plate appearances before heading to the injured list with vertigo in mid-June. Mountcastle spoke to reporters, including Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner, … [Read more...] about AL East Notes: Mountcastle, Yankees, Ryu
Nationals, Luis Cessa Agree To Minor League Deal
The Nationals have signed Luis Cessa to a minor league contract and sent him to Triple-A Rochester, tweets Talk Nats. The right-hander had been released from a non-roster deal with the Rockies last week. Cessa joins his third organization of the season. He opened the season in the Reds’ rotation, his third year in Cincinnati. The 31-year-old had a terrible first few outings, … [Read more...] about Nationals, Luis Cessa Agree To Minor League Deal
Guardians Acquire Chris Vallimont From Orioles
The Guardians have acquired right-hander Chris Vallimont from the Orioles in exchange for cash, per announcements from both clubs. Vallimont, who was designated for assignment by the Orioles yesterday, has been optioned to Triple-A Columbus. To open a spot on the 40-man roster for him, the Guardians transferred Triston McKenzie to the 60-day injured list. Vallimont, 26, was … [Read more...] about Guardians Acquire Chris Vallimont From Orioles
Nationals Designate Derek Hill For Assignment
The Nationals announced Wednesday that they’ve designated outfielder Derek Hill for assignment. His spot on the roster will go to fellow outfielder Alex Call, who’s been recalled from Triple-A Rochester. Hill, 27, appeared in 13 games with the Nats and tallied 50 plate appearances. He slashed just .170/.220/.191 in that time, however, striking out in 22% of his plate … [Read more...] about Nationals Designate Derek Hill For Assignment
Orioles Designate Anthony Bemboom, Chris Vallimont
The Orioles announced Wednesday that they’ve designated catcher Anthony Bemboom and right-hander Chris Vallimont for assignment. They’ve also optioned outfielder Ryan McKenna to Triple-A Norfolk. In a pair of corresponding moves, Baltimore has selected the contracts of top outfielder prospect Colton Cowser (as previously reported) and righty Eduard Bazardo from … [Read more...] about Orioles Designate Anthony Bemboom, Chris Vallimont