Latest Minor league baseball News

Giants release fan favorite Pablo Sandoval from his minor league deal

Mar. 28, 2024 15:43 PM EDT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Francisco Giants released infielder Pablo Sandoval from his minor league contract on Thursday, hours before season opener against the San Diego Padres. That ended Sandoval's attempt at a third stint with the club. He batted .250 in 28 spring at-bats with...

Brewers designate C Eric Haase for assignment, recall IF Oliver Dunn as they finalize their roster

Mar. 28, 2024 13:52 PM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — Catcher Eric Haase couldn’t parlay his outstanding spring training into a spot on the Milwaukee Brewers’ roster. The Brewers designated Haase for assignment Thursday as they made their final roster moves before Friday’s opener at the New York Mets. ...

Reliever Naoyuki Uwasawa traded to the Boston Red Sox from Tampa Bay Rays for cash

Mar. 28, 2024 13:18 PM EDT

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Reliever Naoyuki Uwasawa was traded to the Boston Red Sox from the Tampa Bay Rays for cash. Boston selected the contract of Uwasawa to the 40-man roster before Thursday's opener at Tampa Bay, then optioned him to Triple-A Worcester. ...

Banged-up Yankees get infielder Jon Berti from Marlins in 3-team trade sending Rortvedt to Rays

Mar. 27, 2024 19:45 PM EDT

HOUSTON (AP) — Jon Berti could be at third base for the banged-up Yankees in their opener against Houston on Thursday after New York acquired the infielder as part of a three-team trade with Miami and Tampa Bay. New York sent catcher Ben Rortvedt to the Tampa Bay Rays and minor...

Blue Jays closer Romano to start season on IL but could be back within a month

Mar. 27, 2024 18:56 PM EDT

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano and reliever Erik Swanson will start the season on the injured list and are expected to be joined by starting pitcher Alex Manoah. Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said Wednesday he is hopeful Romano and...

Carter not only top rookie for World Series champion Rangers after Langford's quick rise to majors

Mar. 27, 2024 14:39 PM EDT

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Evan Carter established himself as a top candidate for AL Rookie of the Year this season with how he burst onto the scene late in the Texas Rangers’ run to their first World Series title. While that is still the case, Carter hasn’t even been the most...

When it comes to top prospects, baseball is in an era of aggression; Langford, others set for debuts

Mar. 27, 2024 13:40 PM EDT

When the Texas Rangers begin defending their World Series title, the most fascinating person on their roster might be someone who had no part in last year's title run. Wyatt Langford, a first-round draft pick in 2023 who has played only 44 games in the minors, is set to be part of...

Tony Kemp agrees to $1 million contract with Orioles after release from minor league deal with Reds

Mar. 26, 2024 14:50 PM EDT

BALTIMORE (AP) — Infielder/outfielder Tony Kemp agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, one week after the 32-year-old was released from a minor league deal with the Cincinnati Reds. Kent was 7 for 21 in eight spring training games with one...

Kevin Pillar gets $1 million salary in new deal with Chicago White Sox

Mar. 25, 2024 19:26 PM EDT

CHICAGO (AP) — Outfielder Kevin Pillar's one-year contract with the Chicago White Sox calls for a $1 million salary while in the major leagues and $180,000 while assigned to the minors. Pillar could earn $500,000 in performance bonuses for plate appearances: $50,000 for 150 and...

Holliday, Yamamoto and Chourio are among the majors' most intriguing rookies in 2024

Mar. 25, 2024 14:22 PM EDT

CHICAGO (AP) — Baltimore infielder Gunnar Henderson and Arizona outfielder Corbin Carroll starred on playoff teams last season, and they were rewarded with the rookie of the year awards. One of these prospects might be able to follow in their footsteps. Here is a closer look at...