MLB Trade Rumors

The White Sox announced that they have claimed left-hander Ryan Rolison off waivers from the Braves. Atlanta designated him for assignment this week as the corresponding move for their signing of right-hander Robert Suarez. The Sox had multiple 40-man vacancies and didn’t need to make a corresponding move. Rolison, 28, was once a notable prospect with the Rockies. Colorado … [Read more...] about White Sox Claim Ryan Rolison

The Braves announced today that left-hander Ryan Rolison has been designated for assignment. That’s the corresponding 40-man roster move for the club’s signing of right-hander Robert Suarez. Rolison, 28, has never pitched for Atlanta. He spent his entire professional career with the Rockies until a few weeks ago. Colorado needed to open some roster space for new additions and … [Read more...] about Braves Designate Ryan Rolison For Assignment

The Braves are adding free agent outfielder Mike Yastrzemski, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. It’s a two-year deal worth $23MM with a club option for the third year. Robert Murray of FanSided was the first to report that the two sides were nearing an agreement. Atlanta hadn’t waded much into the free agent market outside of re-signing closer Raisel Iglesias. The club … [Read more...] about Braves To Sign Mike Yastrzemski

Willi Castro entered free agency on a down note, as he hit only .170/.245/.240 over 110 plate appearances with the Cubs after Chicago acquired the utilityman from Minnesota at the trade deadline.  Despite the sour finish, Castro is still drawing attention from multiple teams, as ESPN’s Jorge Castillo reports that the Braves, Pirates, and Rockies are among the interested … [Read more...] about Braves, Pirates, Rockies Interested In Willi Castro

Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos spoke to reporters today, including David O’Brien of The Athletic, covering a variety of topics. The head man in Atlanta offered details on the club’s plans at DH, along with some health updates on a couple of pitchers. While Anthopoulos didn’t rule out bringing back Marcell Ozuna, he said the team prefers to leave DH … [Read more...] about Braves Notes: Ozuna, Holmes, Bullpen