The Yankees have made some notable moves this month, re-signing Cody Bellinger and acquiring Ryan Weathers from the Marlins. They still have more work to do. Jon Heyman of The New York Post reports that they have shown some interest in various free agents, including right-hander Nick Martinez and Michael Kopech, as well as outfielders Austin Slater and Randal Grichuk. Heyman … [Read more...] about Yankees Interested In Paul Goldschmidt, Nick Martinez
David Robertson Announces Retirement
Veteran reliever David Robertson has decided to hang up his spikes. He announced the decision on his personal social media pages, issuing the following statement: “I’ve decided it’s time for me to hang up my spikes and retire from the game I’ve loved for as long as I can remember. Baseball has given me more than I ever dreamed possible over the last 19 seasons. From winning a … [Read more...] about David Robertson Announces Retirement
Mets Sign Austin Barnes To Minor League Deal
The Mets announced that they have signed catcher Austin Barnes and right-hander Craig Kimbrel to minor league deals with invitations to major league springing training. Barnes, an ACES client, would lock in a $1.5MM base salary with another $500K in incentives if he makes the team, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. The Kimbrel deal was reported last week. Barnes, 36, has … [Read more...] about Mets Sign Austin Barnes To Minor League Deal
Nationals Claim Richard Lovelady, Designate Mickey Gasper For Assignment
The Nationals announced that they have claimed left-hander Richard Lovelady off waivers from the Mets. New York designated him for assignment a week ago when they acquired Vidal Bruján. To open a spot for Lovelady today, the Nats have designated utility player Mickey Gasper for assignment. Lovelady, 30, hasn’t found much major league success yet but has received a number of … [Read more...] about Nationals Claim Richard Lovelady, Designate Mickey Gasper For Assignment
Angels Acquire Jayvien Sandridge, Designate Osvaldo Bido
The Angels have acquired left-hander Jayvien Sandridge from the Yankees in exchange for cash, per announcements from both clubs. The Halos added that righty Osvaldo Bido has been designated for assignment to open a spot on the 40-man roster. New York had designated Sandridge for assignment a couple days ago. The 26-year-old Sandridge made a brief MLB debut this past season, … [Read more...] about Angels Acquire Jayvien Sandridge, Designate Osvaldo Bido