The Mets acquired lefty reliever José Castillo from the Diamondbacks for cash, the teams announced. New York designated righty Kevin Herget for assignment to create a spot on the 40-man roster. Arizona had designated Castillo for assignment on Monday. Castillo has technically appeared in five MLB seasons, though all but eight of his appearances came with the Padres during his … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Trade Jose Castillo To Mets
MLBTR Podcast: Devers Drama, Managerial Firings, And Jordan Lawlar
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 Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Red Sox and Rafael … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Devers Drama, Managerial Firings, And Jordan Lawlar
Diamondbacks To Promote Jordan Lawlar
The Diamondbacks are poised to recall top prospect Jordan Lawlar, according to a report from Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. Lawlar is already on the club’s 40-man roster, so only an active roster move will be necessary to promote the former No. 6 overall pick. The promotion is a long time coming for Lawlar, who actually made his big league debut back in 2023 with a … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks To Promote Jordan Lawlar
Evan Longoria To Sign One-Day Contract, Retire As Member Of Rays
Three-time All-Star and 2008 American League Rookie of the Year Evan Longoria will sign a one-day contract to officially retire as a member of his original organization, the Rays, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. He’ll be honored in a ceremony before the Rays’ game on June 7. Longoria sat out the 2024 season and said last summer that he was not pursuing a return to … [Read more...] about Evan Longoria To Sign One-Day Contract, Retire As Member Of Rays
Diamondbacks Designate Garrett Hampson, José Castillo For Assignment
The Diamondbacks announced that they have recalled infielder Jordan Lawlar, a move that was previously reported. They also reinstated right-hander Kendall Graveman from the injured list. To open roster spots for those two, lefty José Castillo and infielder Garrett Hampson were both designated for assignment. The club’s 40-man roster count drops to 38. Hampson, 30, inked a minor … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Designate Garrett Hampson, José Castillo For Assignment