The Orioles have designated infielder Emmanuel Rivera for assignment and reinstated Jordan Westburg from the 10-day injured list, per a team announcement. Baltimore also optioned lefty Grant Wolfram to Triple-A Norfolk, clearing a spot for the activation of lefty Jose Castillo, whom the O’s claimed off waivers yesterday. Rivera, 29, came to the Orioles following a DFA in Miami … [Read more...] about Orioles Designate Emmanuel Rivera For Assignment
Nationals Have Interviewed Guardians’ AGM Matt Forman
Guardians executive vice president and assistant general manager Matt Forman has interviewed for the Nationals’ GM vacancy, reports Andrew Golden of The Washington Post. It’s not clear when the interview occurred or whether Forman has advanced beyond the initial stage. Cubs GM Carter Hawkins reportedly interviewed for the position two weeks back. The Nats also reached out to … [Read more...] about Nationals Have Interviewed Guardians’ AGM Matt Forman
Nationals’ Prospect Jarlin Susana Undergoes Lat Surgery
Nationals pitching prospect Jarlin Susana underwent lat surgery last week, the team informed reporters (including Mark Zuckerman of MASNsports.com). It concludes an injury-plagued season for the 21-year-old righty, who was limited to 14 starts and 56 1/3 innings in the minors. Susana missed two and a half months between May and July nursing a UCL sprain in his elbow. He … [Read more...] about Nationals’ Prospect Jarlin Susana Undergoes Lat Surgery
Latest On The Orioles’ Managerial Plans
The Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde back in May, and since then Tony Mansolino has taken over managerial duties on an interim basis. Mansolino has done reasonably well in the role, as the Orioles have gone on to post a 54-50 record during his time as their interim manager. Turning a team that had one of the worst records in baseball around enough that they’ve won more games … [Read more...] about Latest On The Orioles’ Managerial Plans
Orioles Claim Jose Castillo, Designate Carson Ragsdale
The Orioles announced Monday that they’ve claimed left-handed reliever Jose Castillo off waivers from the Mariners. Righty Carson Ragsdale was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Baltimore also placed righty Albert Suarez on the 15-day IL due to right elbow discomfort and recalled fellow righties Chayce McDermott and Yaramil Hiraldo from Triple-A … [Read more...] about Orioles Claim Jose Castillo, Designate Carson Ragsdale