MLB Trade Rumors

Framber Valdez came off the board last night on a three-year, $115MM deal (with deferrals) to pair with Tarik Skubal at the top of Detroit’s rotation. Reporting in the wake of that agreement shed some light on the lefty’s market before he committed to the Tigers. The Orioles had been frequently connected to Valdez throughout the offseason. They’d certainly benefit from adding a … [Read more...] about Valdez Notes: Orioles, Twins, Yankees

The Yankees have claimed right-hander Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Angels, according to announcements from both clubs. The Halos had designated him for assignment a week ago when they acquired left-hander Jayvien Sandridge from the Yankees. To open a 40-man spot for Bido today, the Yankees designated infielder Braden Shewmake for assignment. Bido, 30, has been riding the … [Read more...] about Yankees Claim Osvaldo Bido, Designate Braden Shewmake For Assignment

The Yankees are going to claim outfielder Yanquiel Fernández off waivers from the Rockies, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR. Colorado designated him for assignment a week ago. The Yanks haven’t yet officially announced this claim. When they do, they will need to make a corresponding move to open a 40-man spot. Fernández, 23, was one of the top prospects in the Rockies’ … [Read more...] about Yankees To Claim Yanquiel Fernández

The Yankees announced that they have designated right-hander Dom Hamel for assignment. That’s the corresponding move for their claim of outfielder Yanquiel Fernández, a move that was previously reported. Hamel, 27 in March, got to make a brief major league debut with the Mets last year. He tossed a scoreless inning on September 17th but has been riding the DFA carousel ever … [Read more...] about Yankees Designate Dom Hamel For Assignment