The Astros are nearing a deal with Jason Heyward, per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com on X. Kiley McDaniel of ESPN relays on X that the deal is done, pending a physical. The outfielder was recently released by the Dodgers. The Astros will need to make a corresponding move to open a spot on the 40-man once the deal is official, as well as a move to open an active roster spot once … [Read more...] about Astros, Jason Heyward Agree To Deal
Pirates To Move Oneil Cruz To Center Field
Pirates manager Derek Shelton announced to reporters today that shortstop Oneil Cruz will be moved to center field. As to whether this is a permanent move or just an experiment, Shelton said “I think right now, we’re looking at him as a center fielder” per Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on X. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will be the club’s primary shortstop for the rest of the … [Read more...] about Pirates To Move Oneil Cruz To Center Field
Pirates Place Michael A. Taylor On Outright Waivers
The Pirates have placed Michael A. Taylor on outright waivers, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. It is important to note that Taylor was not designated for assignment, which means he is still on the team’s 26 and 40-man rosters, so he is eligible to play for the Pirates unless he is claimed by another club. Taylor, 33, remains an excellent defender and a valuable … [Read more...] about Pirates Place Michael A. Taylor On Outright Waivers
Willson Contreras To Be Placed On Injured List Due To Finger Fracture
Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras has suffered a finger fracture and is headed for the injured list, according to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Per Goold, catcher Ivan Herrera is expected to replace Contreras on the active roster tomorrow. Contreras suffered the injury when he was hit by a pitch during the club’s loss to the Twins this evening, and a specific … [Read more...] about Willson Contreras To Be Placed On Injured List Due To Finger Fracture
Giants, Matt Chapman Have “Had Conversations” About Potential Extension
For the second consecutive year, Matt Chapman stands as one of the top impending free agent hitters. Unless he suffers a significant injury in the next few weeks, he is all but assured to opt-out of the final two years and $36MM on his deal with the Giants. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported a couple weeks ago that San Francisco was hopeful of retaining the star third … [Read more...] about Giants, Matt Chapman Have “Had Conversations” About Potential Extension