Here’s a look back at the past week at MLBTR.
Key Moves
- The Rangers signed third baseman Adrian Beltre to a two-year extension. They also promoted top outfield prospect Nomar Mazara.
- The Giants extended first baseman Brandon Belt through 2021.
Trades
- Cubs – acquired P Giovanni Soto from Indians for cash considerations
- Dodgers – acquired UT Zach Walters and OF James Ramsey from Indians for cash considerations
Claimed
- Orioles – P Scott McGough (from Marlins)
- Marlins – P Eric Jokisch (from Cubs)
- Angels – P Danny Reynolds (from Astros)
Designated For Assignment
- Blue Jays – P Arnold Leon (link)
- Pirates – 1B Michael Morse (link)
Outrighted
- Braves – P Jose Ramirez (link)
- Pirates – SS Pedro Florimon (link)
- Brewers – P Ariel Pena (link)
- Rangers – OF Justin Ruggiano (link)
- Reds – 1B/OF Brandon Allen (link)
Returned
- Padres – P Josh Martin (to Indians)
Released
- Braves – OF Michael Bourn (link)
- Pirates – P John Holdzkom (link)
Key Minor League Signings
- Pirates – P Justin Masterson (link)
- Twins – OF David Murphy (link)
- Giants – P Alex Torres (link)
- Yankees – 1B/OF Nick Swisher (link)
- Red Sox – P Wesley Wright (link)
- Braves – UT Emilio Bonifacio (re-signed)
Good to see Friedman giving his attention to adding so many “minor” pieces while the LA while failing the past few years to fix their pen depth.