The Cubs released reliever Josh Staumont from his minor league contract, tweets Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Register. It’s not clear if the right-hander triggered an opt-out or if the Cubs simply decided they weren’t going to call him up. In either case, Staumont returns to the market just two weeks after signing with Chicago. The 30-year-old pitched twice for Chicago’s top … [Read more...] about Cubs Release Josh Staumont
Angels Sign Perry Minasian To Two-Year Extension
The Angels are opting for continuity atop the front office. The Halos announced on Thursday that they’ve signed general manager Perry Minasian to an extension that runs through the 2026 season. There’s reportedly a club option for ’27. “Over the last four years, Perry and his baseball operations staff have begun to lay the foundation for a bright future of Angels baseball,” … [Read more...] about Angels Sign Perry Minasian To Two-Year Extension
Mariners Fire Scott Servais, Hire Dan Wilson As Manager
The Mariners are making a change as they try to salvage their playoff hopes. Seattle announced Thursday evening that they’ve fired manager Scott Servais and tabbed Dan Wilson as their new skipper. The M’s also dismissed hitting coach Jarret DeHart. They did not announce an immediate replacement at hitting coach, although Adam Jude of the Seattle Times reports (on X) that … [Read more...] about Mariners Fire Scott Servais, Hire Dan Wilson As Manager
MLBTR Podcast: Who Could Get Waived, Potential Rule Changes, Austin Riley, And Hector Neris
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… Could the Rangers put a … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Who Could Get Waived, Potential Rule Changes, Austin Riley, And Hector Neris
Joey Votto Announces Retirement
Joey Votto has stepped away from baseball. The star first baseman, who had been on a minor league contract with the Blue Jays, announced his retirement on Instagram on Wednesday evening. He didn’t get to the majors with his hometown team but played an illustrious 17-year career with the Reds. Votto provided a lengthy statement alongside a brief video of him departing Sahlen … [Read more...] about Joey Votto Announces Retirement