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
Cardinals Release Brandon Crawford, Option Jordan Walker
The Cardinals announced today that infielder Matt Carpenter has been reinstated from the injured list while fellow infielder Luken Baker has been recalled from Triple-A Memphis. In corresponding moves, the club optioned outfielder Jordan Walker and granted infielder Brandon Crawford his unconditional release. Crawford, 37, signed with the Cardinals in the offseason, a one-year … [Read more...] about Cardinals Release Brandon Crawford, Option Jordan Walker
Austin Riley Diagnosed With Fractured Hand
The Braves announced Monday that Austin Riley has been diagnosed with a fractured right hand that will sideline him for six to eight weeks. With just under six weeks remaining on the regular season schedule, it could very well prove to be a season-ending injury for the two-time All-Star. Riley was hit by a pitch in yesterday’s game, and while initial imaging was inconclusive, … [Read more...] about Austin Riley Diagnosed With Fractured Hand