Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias spoke to the media today, just after the club wrapped up a disappointing 2025 season. Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com was among those to report on what was discussed, with various details at these links. The rotation was a natural point of focus, with Elias saying the club wants to add a starter to the front half of its … [Read more...] about Mike Elias Discusses Orioles’ Rotation, Roster
Michael A. Taylor Announces Retirement
White Sox outfielder Michael A. Taylor announced his retirement to members of the media today, ahead of the Sox facing the Nationals in Washington, a place he played for many years. “To be able to play my last games of my career here in this ballpark in front of these fans, it’s just the icing on the cake,” Taylor said, per Andrew Golden of The Washington Post. He is in the … [Read more...] about Michael A. Taylor Announces Retirement
AL Notes: Naylor, Chisholm Jr., Altuve, Cowser
Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor was removed from Friday’s 3-2 loss to the Dodgers due to groin tightness, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. Manager Dan Wilson described the move as precautionary, which is quite a relief for M’s fans as they gear up for the postseason. Naylor has been one of the team’s best hitters since being acquired from the Diamondbacks in July, … [Read more...] about AL Notes: Naylor, Chisholm Jr., Altuve, Cowser
Rangers Claim Dom Hamel
The Rangers have claimed right-hander Dom Hamel off waivers from the Orioles, as per announcements from both teams. Hamel has been optioned to the Rangers’ Arizona Complex League team, and second baseman Marcus Semien was moved to the Texas 60-day injured list to make space for Hamel on the 40-man roster. A third-round pick for the Mets in the 2021 draft, Hamel made his MLB … [Read more...] about Rangers Claim Dom Hamel
Nationals, Orelvis Martinez Agree To Minor League Deal
The Nationals and former top prospect Orelvis Martinez have agreed to a minor league deal that’ll carry into the 2026 season, reports Andrew Golden of the Washington Post. Martinez was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays and subsequently released earlier in the month. Still just 23 years old (24 in November), Martinez ranked among the sport’s top-100 prospects at … [Read more...] about Nationals, Orelvis Martinez Agree To Minor League Deal