MLB Trade Rumors

The Athletics announced today that second baseman Zack Gelof has been recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas. Fellow infielder Luis Urías has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move. More to come. … [Read more...] about Athletics Designate Luis Urías For Assignment

The Astros optioned right-hander AJ Blubaugh to Triple-A prior to today’s game against the Orioles, and called up left-hander John Rooney to provide the bullpen with a fresh arm.  Rooney was already on Houston’s 40-man roster, so the Blubaugh demotion was the only corresponding move necessary. Rooney is on the mound at the time of this post, and thus the 28-year-old is now … [Read more...] about Astros Promote John Rooney

The Mariners announced this afternoon that they’ve designated utility man Dylan Moore for assignment. Moore’s spot on both the 40-man and active roster will go to outfielder Victor Robles, who was activated from the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move. Robles was recently dealt a ten-game suspension for an incident where he threw his bat towards the pitcher’s mound … [Read more...] about Mariners Designate Dylan Moore For Assignment

3:48pm: The Orioles announced Westburg’s IL placement and the selection of Machin’s contract. Catcher Gary Sanchez was transferred from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL to open a 40-man roster spot. He’s been out since early July due to a knee sprain. 3:35pm: The Orioles are placing infielder Jordan Westburg on the injured list and will select the contract of fellow infielder … [Read more...] about Orioles Place Jordan Westburg On Injured List

The Tigers are calling up left-hander Drew Sommers, reports Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. Detroit will need to make corresponding moves to open space for him on the active and 40-man rosters. More to come. … [Read more...] about Tigers To Select Drew Sommers