The Angels announced this afternoon that they’ve designated right-hander Connor Brogdon for assignment. The move makes room for righty Jose Fermin on the club’s active roster. More to come. … [Read more...] about Angels Designate Connor Brogdon For Assignment
Phillies Notes: Duran, Bohm, Nola
It seems like Jhoan Duran and the Phillies have dodged a major bullet after the closer had to be carted off the field during Friday’s game. Duran was on the right ankle by a Paul DeJong comebacker in the ninth inning of yesterday’s 6-2 win over the Nationals, leaving the reliever in some obvious discomfort as he briefly tried to walk off the pain. The cart was summoned as a … [Read more...] about Phillies Notes: Duran, Bohm, Nola
Josh Hader Diagnosed With Shoulder Capsule Sprain
The Astros announced that closer Josh Hader has been diagnosed with a capsule sprain in his left shoulder. He won’t throw for three weeks, and next steps for the star left-hander will be determined at that time. Houston placed Hader on the 15-day injured list earlier this week, though manager Joe Espada has already acknowledged that his closer would miss more than two … [Read more...] about Josh Hader Diagnosed With Shoulder Capsule Sprain
Angels Notes: Anderson, Mederos, Campero, Stephenson
Angels left-hander Tyler Anderson has had a shaky season, and the 35-year-old southpaw tells Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register that he’s been playing through a back injury throughout the year. Anderson’s most recent start was pushed from Tuesday back to Saturday in order to afford him some extra rest. Anderson described the discomfort as “on and off” but generally … [Read more...] about Angels Notes: Anderson, Mederos, Campero, Stephenson
Baek-Ho Kang Planning To Pursue MLB Opportunities
Korean utility player Baek-Ho Kang has hired Paragon Sports to represent him as he plans to pursue major league opportunities, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Heyman adds that Kang will be a full free agent, not subject to the posting system. Kang just turned 26 at the end of July. Despite his young age, he is currently in his eighth season with the KT Wiz of Korea’s … [Read more...] about Baek-Ho Kang Planning To Pursue MLB Opportunities