Craig Kimbrel blew a save and was charged with the loss in the Orioles’ 7-6 defeat to the Athletics today, but the veteran closer’s health may be of greater concern. Kimbrel walked Darell Hernaiz and was then visited by the team trainer on the mound, but stayed in the game and allowed a homer to Kyle McCann. That prompted another trainer’s visit and Kimbrel’s departure, and … [Read more...] about AL East Notes: Kimbrel, Irvin, Kahnle, Whitlock
The Red Sox’ Surprising Rotation Anchors
The Red Sox are out to a decent start in 2024. Despite dropping five of their last six, they’re above .500 at 19-18. They’re currently in third place in a division where most observers felt they’d finish fourth or fifth. That’s a credit to a pitching staff that leads the majors with a 2.75 earned run average. Boston’s bullpen looked solid coming into the year, yet the rotation … [Read more...] about The Red Sox’ Surprising Rotation Anchors
Braves Acquire Zack Short From Red Sox
The Red Sox have traded infielder Zack Short to the Braves in exchange for cash considerations, per announcements from both clubs. Boston had designated him for assignment earlier this week. Atlanta opened up a roster spot earlier today by trading Luis Guillorme to the Angels. Short, 29 this month, is a utility player with a distinctly patient approach at the plate. He has 469 … [Read more...] about Braves Acquire Zack Short From Red Sox
Red Sox Acquire Bailey Horn From White Sox
The Red Sox have acquired left-hander Bailey Horn from the White Sox, per announcements from both clubs. The White Sox, who designated him for assignment in recent days, will receive cash considerations. The southpaw has been optioned to Triple-A Worcester. Horn was a fifth-round pick by the ChiSox in the shortened 2020 draft. The Sox dealt the Auburn product to the Cubs the … [Read more...] about Red Sox Acquire Bailey Horn From White Sox
Red Sox To Designate Zack Short For Assignment
The Red Sox will designate infielder Zack Short for assignment, reports Julian McWilliams of the Boston Globe (X link). Boston also optioned right-hander Naoyuki Uwasawa to Triple-A Worcester. The moves clear active roster spots for Romy Gonzalez and Nick Pivetta, each of whom will return from the injured list before tomorrow’s game in Atlanta. Short is out of minor league … [Read more...] about Red Sox To Designate Zack Short For Assignment
Red Sox Outright Vladimir Gutierrez, Pablo Reyes
Red Sox righty Vladimir Gutierrez went unclaimed on outright waivers and has accepted an assignment to Triple-A Worcester, reports Francys Romero. Boston designated him for assignment last week. Also sticking with the organization following a DFA is utilityman Pablo Reyes, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com. Like Gutierrez, he went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned … [Read more...] about Red Sox Outright Vladimir Gutierrez, Pablo Reyes
Mets Trade Zack Short To Red Sox
The Mets have traded infielder Zack Short to the Red Sox in exchange for cash, the teams announced Wednesday. Boston had an open spot on the 40-man roster and didn’t need to make a corresponding move. New York designated Short for assignment five days ago when adding veteran designated hitter J.D. Martinez to the roster. Short is out of minor league options, so he’ll head right … [Read more...] about Mets Trade Zack Short To Red Sox
Dominic Smith Opts Out Of Rays Deal, Will Sign With Red Sox
11:54am: Smith is indeed set to join the Red Sox’ big league roster, per the Globe’s Julian McWilliams. The Sox will need to make a corresponding 40-man roster move to make his signing official. 11:32am: The Rays granted first baseman Dominic Smith his release after he triggered an opt-out in his minor league deal, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. A big league … [Read more...] about Dominic Smith Opts Out Of Rays Deal, Will Sign With Red Sox
Red Sox Notes: Grissom, Pivetta, Bello, Yoshida
Vaughn Grissom will make his Red Sox debut tonight against the Twins. Boston reinstated the young infielder from the 10-day injured list, optioning Bobby Dalbec to Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. Grissom gets the nod at the keystone and is hitting seventh against Chris Paddack. Acquired from the Braves for Chris Sale, Grissom entered camp as Boston’s expected second … [Read more...] about Red Sox Notes: Grissom, Pivetta, Bello, Yoshida