A’s agree to terms with second-round Draft pick Tommy White
OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland Athletics agreed to terms with 2024 Second-Round selection Tommy White, the club announced today. White, 21, began his collegiate career at North Carolina State and was named the 2022 Atlantic Coast Conference Freshman of the Year before transferring to LSU as a sophomore. That season,
Colorado Rockies transactions
The Colorado Rockies announced the following moves today:
- Reinstated infielder/outfielder Kris Bryant from the 10-day injured list.
- Optioned outfielder Sean Bouchard to Triple-A Albuquerque.
Phillies sign Dante Nori
The Phillies have signed outfielder Dante Nori, selected No. 27 overall in the first round of the 2024 MLB Draft, the club announced today. Nori, 19, slashed .477/.575/.748 with a 1.323 OPS, 52 runs scored, 23 extra-base hits, 32 walks and 20 stolen bases in 39 games in 2024 as
Details for sold out ‘Foo Fighters: Everything Or Nothing At All’
The Cincinnati Reds and Live Nation would like to remind concert attendees of ballpark policies and procedures in advance of the SOLD OUT Foo Fighters: Everything Or Nothing At All tour stop on Thursday, July 25 at Great American Ball Park. Joining Foo Fighters for this show will be special
White Sox announce 2024 Draft signings
CHICAGO – The Chicago White Sox have agreed to terms with 20 of their 21 selections from the 2024 First-Year Player Draft, including first-round pick (fifth overall) left-handed pitcher Hagen Smith and eight undrafted free agents. Smith, 20, is ranked by MLB.com as the No. 5 prospect in this year’s
D-backs roster moves
The Arizona Diamondbacks made the following roster moves. The D-backs’ 40-man roster remains at 40. Reinstated from 15-day injured list: LHP Jordan Montgomery (right knee inflammation) Optioned to Triple-A Reno following last night’s game: RHP Humberto Castellanos
Brewers sign outfielder Braylon Payne and first baseman Blake Burke
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to terms with their top two selections from the 2024 First-Year Player Draft, Elkins High School (TX) outfielder Braylon Payne (first round, No. 17 overall) and University of Tennessee first baseman Blake Burke (Competitive Balance Round A, No. 34 overall). The signings were
Cardinals sign first round Draft selection JJ Wetherholt
ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 23, 2024 – The St. Louis Cardinals announced they have signed their first round draft pick (7th overall) in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft, shortstop JJ Wetherholt out of West Virginia University. Wetherholt, a Pittsburgh-area native who attended Mars Area High School, played three seasons
MLB launches new baseball podcast starring Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard called "The 6-1-1"
Former Phillies teammates and National League MVPs Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard are hosting a new podcast called “The 6-1-1,” which debuts today. Named after the numbers the players wore during their careers, the podcast’s first episode features as a guest Cy Young winner, World Series champ, and six-time All-Star
Carolina, South Atlantic Leagues to realign in 2025
Minor League Baseball announced the realignment of the High-A South Atlantic League and the Single-A Carolina League for the 2025 season. The Hub City Spartanburgers (Spartanburg, South Carolina) will replace the Hickory Crawdads in the High-A South Atlantic League, with Hickory moving to the Single-A Carolina League in place of
Major League Baseball and the Atlanta Braves unveil the official logo of the 2025 All-Star Game presented by Mastercard
Major League Baseball and the Atlanta Braves today unveiled the official logo of the 2025 All-Star Game presented by Mastercard. The 95th Midsummer Classic will be played at Truist Park on Tuesday, July 15th, marking the third All-Star Game to be hosted by the Braves in Atlanta, following the 1972
Major League Baseball and the Atlanta Braves unveil the official logo of the 2025 All-Star Game presented by Mastercard
Major League Baseball and the Atlanta Braves today unveiled the official logo of the 2025 All-Star Game presented by Mastercard. The 95th Midsummer Classic will be played at Truist Park on Tuesday, July 15th, marking the third All-Star Game to be hosted by the Braves in Atlanta, following the 1972
A’s Agree to Terms with First-Round Draft Pick Nick Kurtz
OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland Athletics agreed to terms with 2024 First-Round selection Nick Kurtz, the club announced today. Kurtz hit .306 with 22 home runs, 11 doubles, and 57 RBI for the Demon Deacons this season while also earning First Team All-ACC honors. He led the country with 78
Pirates sign five players from 2024 Draft
The Pittsburgh Pirates today signed five players from the 2024 First-Year Player Draft. The announcement was made by Justin Horowitz, Pirates Director of Amateur Scouting. Click here for more information.
Statement from Steve and Alex Cohen
“We were tremendously saddened to learn of Rachel Minaya’s passing. Omar had a substantial impact on our organization and his wife, Rachel, was always by his side every step of the way. The Minayas have been dear friends of ours for years and we extend our deepest condolences to Omar’s
Statement from the New York Yankees re: passing of Rachel Minaya, wife of Yankees Baseball Operations Senior Advisor Omar Minaya
"The Yankees are devastated to learn of the passing of Rachel Minaya, the wife of Yankees Baseball Operations Senior Advisor Omar Minaya. To those closest to her, she was a loving and compassionate mother and wife, and a huge supporter of her family and loved ones. “In a very short
Cubs activate RHP Julian Merryweather from 60-day IL, option RHP Hunter Bigge to Triple-A Iowa
CHICAGO, Ill. – The Chicago Cubs today activated right-handed pitcher Julian Merryweather from the 60-day injured list and optioned right-handed pitcher Hunter Bigge to Triple-A Iowa. To make room on the 40-man roster for Merryweather, left-handed pitcher Luke Little has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. Meryweather, 32, has
Bobby Witt Jr. of the Royals named American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet; Gavin Lux of the Dodgers named National League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet
Kansas City Royals All-Star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., who debuted in the Midsummer Classic in his hometown area, has been selected the American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet, and Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Gavin Lux has been named the National League Player of the Week presented
Dodgers select River Ryan
LOS ANGELES – The Dodgers selected the contract of right-handed pitcher River Ryan and designated left-handed pitcher James Paxton for assignment. Ryan, 25, will make his Major League debut this evening against the Giants. He made eight appearances between the Arizona Complex League, Rancho Cucamonga and Oklahoma City, posting a
New York Mets to host two-day food drive
FLUSHING, N.Y., July 22, 2024 – The New York Mets will host their annual Summer Food Drive, presented by 1PointFive, a carbon capture, utilization and sequestration (CCUS) company, to benefit New York Common Pantry pregame during the Mets vs. Braves Series on Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 at
Royals sign 16 selections from 2024 Draft
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Royals announced today that they have signed 16 of the 20 selections made in the 2024 First-Year Player Draft, including all picks from rounds 2-13, 15-16 and 19-20. The Royals have also agreed to terms with undrafted free agent infielder Colton Becker. Becker, 23, was
Dodgers activate Jason Heyward
LOS ANGELES – The Dodgers activated outfielder Jason Heyward from the injured list and optioned outfielder James Outman. Heyward, 34, was placed on the injured list on July 5 with a left knee bone bruise. He was hitting .203 on the season with four homers and 20 RBI in 42
A’s Reinstate INF Toro from Injured List; Place INF Jacob Wilson on 10-day IL
OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland A’s reinstated infielder Abraham Toro from the 10-day injured list and placed infielder Jacob Wilson on the 10-day IL retroactive to July 20 with a strained left hamstring, the club announced today. Toro was on the A’s Opening Day roster and was batting .260 with
Twins place Funderburk on 15-day injured list
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Twins announced today that they have placed left-handed pitcher Kody Funderburk on the 15-day Injured List (retroactive to July 18) with a left oblique strain. Funderburk, 27, has gone 1-0 with a 5.61 ERA (33.2 IP, 21 ER), one save, 15 walks, 31 strikeouts
Rangers recall RHP Gerson Garabito from Triple-A Round Rock, option RHP Daniel Robert to Triple-A Round Rock
Arlington, Texas — The Texas Rangers today announced the following roster moves prior to Sunday’s series finale against the Baltimore Orioles at Globe Life Field:
- Right-handed pitcher Gerson Garabito (#58) recalled from Triple-A Round Rock.
- Right-handed pitcher Daniel Robert optioned to Triple-A Round Rock. Garabito, 28, allowed one