As we head to Kansas City for the All-Star break, let's catch up on the week that was here on MLBTR…
- The Marlins acquired first baseman Carlos Lee from the Astros for third baseman Matt Dominguez and left-hander Rob Rasmussen. The move provides the Marlins with an instant upgrade in their lineup and gives the Astros young talent as they continue to rebuild.
- The Mariners signed third overall pick Mike Zunino, who obtained a $4MM bonus. The former University of Florida catcher projects to be an above-average hitter for his position and has intangibles similar to those of Jason Varitek.
- Former Marlins sensation Dontrelle Willis announced his retirement after spending the majority of the season in the Orioles organization.
- The Royals claimed Adam Moore on waivers after the catcher was designated for assignment by the Mariners last week.
- The Indians granted right-hander Chris Ray his release from Triple-A Columbus. Ray, 30, posted a 2.75 ERA with 7.5 K/9 and 4.2 BB/9.
- After being released by the Indians late last month, Andy LaRoche signed with the Red Sox and joined the organization's Triple-A affiliate.
- The Pirates outrighted Doug Slaten and Chris Leroux to Triple-A after the duo cleared waivers.
- The White Sox claimed left-hander Daniel Moskos off of waivers from the Pirates and optioned him to Triple-A.
- Jamie Moyer's future as a Major League pitcher took a hit as the Blue Jays became the third team to part ways with the veteran this season.
- The Cubs agreed to sign second round pick Duane Underwood for $1.05MM.
- The Reds released right-hander Michael Wuertz after signing him to a minor league contract in May.
- Matt Young is headed back to Toledo after the Tigers outrighted the utility player to Triple-A.
- The Orioles outrighted left-hander Zach Philips to Triple-A after he cleared waivers.
- The Royals requested unconditional release waivers on catcher Humberto Quintero.
- Chris Schwinden's whirlwind season continues as the Mets claimed the right-hander off of waivers from the Yankees and optioned him to Triple-A Buffalo.
- The Braves released right-hander D.J. Carrasco as the veteran now faces having to find a third team to call home this season.
- The Blue Jays designated David Pauley for assignment as the right-hander struggled to get outs in five appearances with Toronto..
- First round selection Marcus Stroman signed a contract with the Blue Jays for $1.8MM.
- The Royals designated outfielder Mitch Maier for assignment as the former first round pick collected more strikeouts than hits and walks combined this season.
- The Yankees claimed outfielder Darnell McDonald off of waivers from the Red Sox to provide New York with depth off the bench.
- Xavier Paul opted out of his contract with the Nationals and elected free agency in hopes of catching on with a team willing to give him an opportunity at the big league level.
- The White Sox released left-hander Will Ohman after designating the veteran for assignment late last month.
- The Mets designated left-hander Justin Hampson for assignment. Hampson, 32, appeared in three games and faced eight batters for New York.
- Bobby Jenks reached a contract termination settlement with the Red Sox and was placed on unconditional release waivers by Boston.
- The Padres signed supplemental first-rounder Walker Weickel for $2MM.
- The Athletics designated left-hander Brian Fuentes for assignment. In 25 innings for the Athletics this year Fuentes posted a 6.84 ERA with 6.5 K/9 and 3.6 BB/9.
- In a flurry of international signings from across the league, the Mets signed shortstop Amed Rosario to a $1.75MM bonus.
- The Indians signed 16-year-old Dominican outfielder Hector Caro to a deal worth $1.1MM.
- The Yankees signed Venezuelan catcher Luis Torrens for $1.3MM.
- Venezuelan right-hander Jose Mujica signed with the Rays for $1MM.
- The Twins signed Dominican infielder Amaurys Minier for $1.4MM.
- The Giants signed Dominican center fielder Gustavo Cabrera for $1.3MM.
- Venezuelan left-hander Jose Castillo signed with the Rays for $1.55MM.
- The Blue Jays signed Venezuelan shortstop/centerfielder Franklin Barreto, who obtained a $1.45MM bonus.
