The D-backs have released veteran catcher Tucker Barnhart after designating him for assignment last week, according to the team’s transaction log on MLB.com. He is now a free agent. Barnhart, 33, signed a minor league deal with the Diamondbacks in January. He is technically in the second season of a two-year, $6.5 million contract he…
The Boston Red Sox have officially demoted left-handed pitcher Cam Booser to Triple-A Worcester. They are not required to make a corresponding roster move until tomorrow when they start a three-game series against the Oakland Athletics. Although not confirmed, multiple sources, including MassLive’s Chris Cotillo, suggest that right-hander Trey Wingenter is the probable replacement for…
On Monday, the speculation surrounding the future of top safety prospect Ivan Taylor ended as the Florida native switched his commitment from the Fighting Irish to the Michigan Wolverines. Taylor, who had committed to Notre Dame in December, began to reconsider his decision in February after safeties coach Chris O’Leary left the program. Despite a…
Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant’s pursuit of a gold medal with Team USA has encountered a setback. Reports surfaced on Sunday indicating that the former NBA MVP is grappling with an injury that has sidelined him at the start of training camp in Las Vegas. Currently, it is uncertain if this injury will affect Durant’s…
The New York Knicks lost center Isaiah Hartenstein to the Oklahoma City Thunder in free agency. Hartenstein, who filled in effectively for Mitchell Robinson during his injury, demonstrated his value as a player capable of contributing to a championship-caliber team. With Hartenstein’s departure, the Knicks may look to sign a new backup center. Chris Herring…
The Minnesota Twins were expected to have one of MLB’s top bullpens this season, and they’ve shown flashes of excellence, ranking in the top 10 in ERA (3.61) and home runs allowed. Griffen Jax has developed into a dominant late-inning reliever, and Jhoan Duran has recently returned to form. However, they need additional support beyond…
The Marlins signaled their intention to sell early in the season with the unexpected trade of Luis Arraez. As the July 30 trade deadline nears, their activity is expected to ramp up. While much attention is on closer Tanner Scott, who will be a free agent at season’s end, Craig Mish of SportsGrid and the…
EDMONTON – Defensive lineman Shawn Oakman headlined a group of five players signed by the Edmonton Elks on Sunday. The Elks also signed linebacker Derrick Moncrief, defensive lineman Noah Taylor, national wide receiver Zach Mathis, and global linebacker Les Maruo. Oakman joined the Elks after being released by the Toronto Argonauts on June 11. The…
In a season characterized by significant growth and standout performances, Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has earned his first MLB All-Star selection. This milestone marks the first All-Star nod for any prospect acquired by the Nationals in the blockbuster Juan Soto trade. Abrams is part of a strong group of prospects the San Diego Padres…
Pittsburgh — Six years after being diagnosed with two different cancers, four years after being drafted by the Mets, and three years after reaching Triple-A, Eric Orze finally got the news he had been waiting for: the Mets were calling him up to the majors. When Syracuse Mets manager Dick Scott announced the news to…