MLB Trade Rumors

The Red Sox have claimed catcher Ali Sánchez off waivers from the Blue Jays, according to announcements from both clubs. Toronto had designated him for assignment a few days ago. Boston had a 40-man roster vacancy, though that is now full. Sánchez is out of options, so the Sox will need to make a corresponding active roster move when he reports to the club. Sánchez, 28, signed … [Read more...] about Red Sox Claim Ali Sánchez

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Steve Adams and Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to go over the various … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Sifting Through The Trade Deadline Deals

The Blue Jays announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Buddy Kennedy. In a corresponding move, catcher Ali Sánchez has been designated for assignment. The 40-man roster remains full. Sánchez was selected to the roster a little over a week ago when Alejandro Kirk landed on the seven-day concussion-related injured list. Kirk was reinstated on Sunday but Tyler … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Designate Ali Sánchez For Assignment, Select Buddy Kennedy

The Blue Jays released Chad Green yesterday after the veteran right-hander cleared waivers, according to a team announcement. Green is now eligible to sign with any of the league’s 30 clubs. and had been designated for assignment by the Jays just prior to the trade deadline. A veteran of ten MLB seasons, the 34-year-old righty has struggled badly in 45 appearances for the Jays … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Release Chad Green

The Padres announced that they have acquired infielder Will Wagner from the Blue Jays for minor league catcher Brandon Valenzuela. Wagner made his MLB debut last season, and impressed by hitting .305/.337/.451 over his first 86 plate appearances in the Show.  The offense hasn’t been there this year, as Wagner has batted only .237/.336/.298 in 132 PA while playing mostly third … [Read more...] about Padres Acquire Will Wagner