The Diamondbacks released lefty Joe Mantiply after his recent DFA, per their transaction log at MLB.com. Assuming he clears release waivers, he’ll be a free agent who can sign with any team tomorrow afternoon. Mantiply, 34, has been a frequent presence in Arizona’s bullpen dating back to 2021. From ’21-’24, he pitched 198 1/3 innings with a 3.63 ERA, a 22% strikeout rate, a … [Read more...] about D-backs Release Joe Mantiply
Corbin Burnes Leaves Game Due To Elbow Discomfort
Corbin Burnes made an early exit from the Diamondbacks’ 3-1 win over the Nationals due to what was described by manager Torey Lovullo as right elbow discomfort. The right-hander had sailed through 4 2/3 shutout innings before allowing a two-out single to CJ Abrams in the top of the fifth, and a clearly upset Burnes then immediately motioned to the home dugout for a quick … [Read more...] about Corbin Burnes Leaves Game Due To Elbow Discomfort
Diamondbacks, Sean Reid-Foley Agree To Minor League Deal
The D-backs have agreed to a minor league contract with right-hander Sean Reid-Foley, per the club’s transaction log. The Wasserman client, who was released by the Mets last week, will head to Triple-A Reno for the time being. Reid-Foley has spent four-plus seasons in the Mets organization, originally landing there as part of the return in 2021’s Steven Matz trade with the Blue … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks, Sean Reid-Foley Agree To Minor League Deal
Diamondbacks Designate Joe Mantiply For Assignment
The Diamondbacks announced a series of roster moves today, most of which were previously reported. They have selected right-hander Jeff Brigham and signed infielder Ildemaro Vargas. To open active roster spots for those two, infielder Jordan Lawlar and right-hander Kevin Ginkel have been optioned to Triple-A Reno. The club had one open 40-man roster spot but opened a second by … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Designate Joe Mantiply For Assignment
Diamondbacks To Select Jeff Brigham
The Diamondbacks are planning to select the contract of right-hander Jeff Brigham, per a report from John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports. Righty Kevin Ginkel will be optioned as the corresponding active roster move. Arizona technically has an open 40-man roster spot at present but is also going to sign Ildemaro Vargas, per an earlier report. They will therefore need to open one … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks To Select Jeff Brigham