The Orioles intend to build Roansy Contreras back up as a starting pitcher this spring, manager Brandon Hyde told reporters (including Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun). The 25-year-old righty worked in a multi-inning relief role between the Pirates and Angels last year. It’s not clear how long this will last. Contreras is certainly not a lock to stick on Baltimore’s roster … [Read more...] about Orioles Building Up Roansy Contreras As Potential Starter
10 Out Of Options Players To Watch This Spring
One of the most interesting elements of spring training every year, at least for those of us who feast on roster construction minutiae, is the collection of players who are out of minor league options. MLBTR just released a full list of such players earlier today. In many instances, a player being out of minor league options is inconsequential. Justin Steele, Isaac Paredes and … [Read more...] about 10 Out Of Options Players To Watch This Spring
Nationals Designate Stone Garrett For Assignment
The Nationals announced Thursday that they’ve designated outfielder Stone Garrett for assignment. His roster spot goes to righty Kyle Finnegan, whose one-year deal to return to the Nationals is now official. Garrett, 29, has appeared in parts of three big league seasons between the Nats and D-backs. He’s a lifetime .276/.341/.492 hitter in the majors, good for 25% better than … [Read more...] about Nationals Designate Stone Garrett For Assignment
Nationals To Re-Sign Kyle Finnegan
The Nationals are bringing back Kyle Finnegan, with Robert Murray of FanSided reporting that the two sides have agreed to a one-year contract. The Warner Sports Management client gets a $6MM guarantee, per Jesse Rogers of ESPN. The Nats have a full 40-man roster and will need to make a corresponding move to make this official. Finnegan, 33, spent the past five years with the … [Read more...] about Nationals To Re-Sign Kyle Finnegan
Eddie Fisher Passes Away
Former All-Star Eddie Fisher passed away on Monday at 88. His obituary was provided by an Oklahoma funeral home. Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, Fisher moved to Oklahoma as a child. He attended OU before signing with the Giants in 1958. A knuckleballer, Fisher reached the majors within a year of signing his pro contract. He pitched sparingly over three seasons with San … [Read more...] about Eddie Fisher Passes Away