Here’s a look back at this week at MLBTR.
Key Moves
- The Reds acquired outfielder Marlon Byrd and cash from the Phillies for pitcher Ben Lively.
- The Mariners acquired outfielder Seth Smith from the Padres for pitcher Brandon Maurer.
- The Rays agreed to sign infielder Asdrubal Cabrera to a one-year deal.
- The Padres acquired reliever Shawn Kelley from the Yankees for pitcher Johnny Barbato.
- The Braves acquired starter Manny Banuelos from the Yankees for relievers David Carpenter and Chasen Shreve.
Signed / Agreed To Terms
- Rockies – C Nick Hundley (two years)
- Cubs – OF Chris Denorfia (one year)
Avoided Arbitration
- Diamondbacks – IF Cliff Pennington (link)
Designated For Assignment
- Dodgers – INF Erisbel Arruebarrena (link)
- Padres – P Keyvius Sampson (link)
- Royals – IF Ryan Jackson (link)
Outrighted
- Twins – IF/OF Chris Parmelee (became free agent)
Key Minor League Signings
- Dodgers – P Sergio Santos (link)
- Phillies – P Wandy Rodriguez (link)
Other
- P Logan Ondrusek signed with the Yakult Swallows in Japan.