Padres Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Padres’ initial 52-player pool consists of the following players…
Right-handed pitchers
- Michel Baez
- David Bednar
- Ronald Bolanos
- Zach Davies
- Jerad Eickhoff
- Javy Guerra
- Pierce Johnson
- Dinelson Lamet
- Chris Paddack
- Emilio Pagan
- Luis Patino
- Luis Perdomo
- Cal Quantrill
- Gerardo Reyes
- Garrett Richards
- Craig Stammen
- Trey Wingenter
- Kirby Yates
Left-handed pitchers
- Joey Cantillo
- Jose Castillo
- MacKenzie Gore
- Joey Lucchesi
- Adrian Morejon
- Drew Pomeranz
- Matt Strahm
- Ryan Weathers
Catchers
Infielders
- CJ Abrams
- Gabriel Arias
- Jake Cronenworth
- Ty France
- Greg Garcia
- Eric Hosmer
- Manny Machado
- Tucupita Marcano
- Owen Miller
- Jurickson Profar
- Fernando Tatis Jr.
- Breyvic Valera
Outfielders
Phillies Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Phillies’ initial 53-player pool consists of the following…
Right-handed pitchers
- Victor Arano
- Jake Arrieta
- Connor Brogdon
- Enyel De Los Santos
- Zach Eflin
- Edgar Garcia
- Deolis Guerra
- Spencer Howard
- Tommy Hunter
- Trevor Kelley
- Mauricio Llovera
- Reggie McClain
- Hector Neris
- Aaron Nola
- Bud Norris
- Blake Parker
- Nick Pivetta
- Ramon Rosso
- Addison Russ
- Connor Seabold
- Robert Stock
- Vince Velasquez
- Zack Wheeler
Left-handed pitchers
- Jose Alvarez
- Garrett Cleavinger
- Cole Irvin
- Damon Jones
- Francisco Liriano
- Adam Morgan
- JoJo Romero
- Ranger Suarez
Catchers
Infielders
- Alec Bohm
- Logan Forsythe
- Phil Gosselin
- Didi Gregorius
- Josh Harrison
- Rhys Hoskins
- Scott Kingery
- Jean Segura
- Ronald Torreyes
- Neil Walker
Outfielders
Mets Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Mets’ initial 45-year player pool consists of…
Right-handed pitchers
- Tyler Bashlor
- Dellin Betances
- Brad Brach
- Jacob deGrom
- Edwin Diaz
- Jeurys Familia
- Robert Gsellman
- Walker Lockett
- Seth Lugo
- Corey Oswalt
- Rick Porcello
- Jacob Rhame
- Paul Sewald
- Drew Smith
- Marcus Stroman
- Michael Wacha
Left-handed pitchers
Catchers
Infielders
- Matt Adams
- Pete Alonso
- Robinson Cano
- J.D. Davis
- Andres Gimenez
- Luis Guillorme
- Jed Lowrie
- Jeff McNeil
- Max Moroff
- Eduardo Nunez
- Amed Rosario
- Dominic Smith
Outfielders
Red Sox Place Chris Sale On 60-Day Injured List
The Red Sox placed left-hander Chris Sale on the 60-day injured list, as per a team press release. Sale underwent Tommy John surgery in March and will miss the entire 2020 season.
Sale’s IL placement was inevitable given the nature of his injury, though as Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe puts it, the “odd timing suggests [the Sox] may have a need for the 40-man spot” that now becomes available with Sale on the injured list. Boston’s 40-man was full prior to the Sale transaction, so the club now has some flexibility with an open spot.
Jonathan Lucroy could be a possibility for that spot, as MLB.com’s Ian Browne reported earlier today that the Red Sox were working on a restructured version of the veteran catcher’s minor league deal, which is why Lucroy wasn’t on Boston’s initial 60-man player pool for training camp. With teams expected to carry three catchers on their expanded MLB rosters, the Sox could choose to keep Lucroy and Kevin Plawecki as Christian Vazquez‘s backups, which would require a purchase of Lucroy’s minors deal.
Marco Hernandez, Yairo Munoz, and Brian Johnson are some of the other notable non-roster players in the player pool, so Boston could be considering selecting one of their contracts as well. Or, the Red Sox could be keeping a 40-man spot available should another player come available over the next few weeks.
Angels Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit to Major League Baseball their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Angels’ initial player pool consists of the following 55 players…
Right-handed pitchers
- Justin Anderson
- Matt Andriese
- Luke Bard
- Jacob Barnes
- Cam Bedrosian
- Dylan Bundy
- Ty Buttrey
- Griffin Canning
- Taylor Cole
- Kyle Keller
- Parker Markel
- Mike Mayers
- Keynan Middleton
- Felix Pena
- Neil Ramirez
- Noe Ramirez
- Hansel Robles
- Chris Rodriguez
- Jose Rodriguez
- Julio Teheran
- Hector Yan
Left-handed pitchers
- Jaime Barria
- Ryan Buchter
- Andrew Heaney
- Hoby Milner
- Dillon Peters
- Jose Quijada
- Patrick Sandoval
- Jose Suarez
Two-way player
Catchers
Infielders
- Arismendy Alcantara
- David Fletcher
- Jahmai Jones
- Tommy La Stella
- Albert Pujols
- Anthony Rendon
- Luis Rengifo
- Jose Rojas
- Andrelton Simmons
- Elliot Soto
- Matt Thaiss
- Jared Walsh
Outfielders
Cubs Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit to Major League Baseball their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Cubs’ initial player pool consists of the following 50 players….
Right-handed pitchers
- Jason Adam
- Adbert Alzolay
- Tyler Chatwood
- Jharel Cotton
- Yu Darvish
- Juan Gamez
- Kyle Hendricks
- Jeremy Jeffress
- Craig Kimbrel
- Dillon Maples
- Trevor Megill
- Dakota Mekkes
- Alec Mills
- James Norwood
- Colin Rea
- Michael Rucker
- Casey Sadler
- Ryan Tepera
- Duane Underwood Jr.
- Rowan Wick
- Dan Winkler
Left-handed pitchers
Catchers
Infielders
- Javier Baez
- David Bote
- Kris Bryant
- Daniel Descalso
- Robel Garcia
- Nico Hoerner
- Jason Kipnis
- Christopher Morel
- Anthony Rizzo
Outfielders
Reds’ Blake Trahan Retires
Reds shortstop Blake Trahan was invited to participate in the Reds’ training camp but instead opted to retire, GM Nick Krall told reporters including C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic.
Just 26 years old, Trahan will close the books on his MLB career entering a season in which he figured to be a depth option for the Cincinnati infield mix. Though he didn’t appear in an MLB game last year, he very well could have gotten another crack at the Majors this year or next.
A 2015 third-round selection from UL-Lafayette, Trahan spent his entire career in the Reds organization, breaking into the big leagues in 2018. In 11 games at the Major League level, Trahan played all over the infield and notched a 3-for-14 batting line. In his minor league career spanning parts of five seasons, Trahan hit 14 home runs and stole 56 bases in 79 attempts.
We at MLB Trade Rumors wish Mr. Trahan all the best in his future endeavors, baseball-related or otherwise.
Royals Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit to Major League Baseball their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Royals’ initial player pool consists of the following players…
Right-handed pitchers
- Chance Adams
- Scott Barlow
- Scott Blewett
- Heath Fillmyer
- Jesse Hahn
- Greg Holland
- Jakob Junis
- Brad Keller
- Ian Kennedy
- Jackson Kowar
- Jorge Lopez
- Kevin McCarthy
- Jake Newberry
- Trevor Rosenthal
- Braden Shipley
- Brady Singer
- Glenn Sparkman
- Josh Staumont
- Stephen Woods Jr.
- Kyle Zimmer
- Tyler Zuber
Left-handed pitchers
- Kris Bubic
- Austin Cox
- Danny Duffy
- Foster Griffin
- Tim Hill
- Richard Lovelady
- Daniel Lynch
- Mike Montgomery
- Randy Rosario
- Gabe Speier
- Daniel Tillo
Catchers
Infielders
- Humberto Arteaga
- Maikel Franco
- Kelvin Gutierrez
- Jeison Guzman
- Nicky Lopez
- Ryan McBroom
- Adalberto Mondesi
- Ryan O’Hearn
- Nick Pratto
- Matt Reynolds
- Bobby Witt Jr.
Outfielders
Rockies Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit to Major League Baseball their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Rockies’ initial player pool consists of the following players.
Right-handed pitchers
- Yency Almonte
- Daniel Bard
- Ryan Castellani
- Wade Davis
- Jairo Diaz
- Carlos Estevez
- Chi Chi Gonzalez
- Ashton Goudeau
- Jon Gray
- Alexander Guillen
- Joe Harvey
- Jeff Hoffman
- Tyler Kinley
- Peter Lambert
- German Marquez
- Jose Mujica
- Scott Oberg
- Antonio Santos
- Antonio Senzatela
- Bryan Shaw
- Jesus Tinoco
Left-handed pitchers
Catchers
Infielders
- Nolan Arenado
- Bret Boswell
- Josh Fuentes
- Garrett Hampson
- Ryan McMahon
- Brian Mundell
- Daniel Murphy
- Tyler Nevin
- Chris Owings
- Brendan Rodgers
- Eric Stamets
- Trevor Story
- Alan Trejo
Outfielders
Cardinals Announce Initial 60-Man Player Pool
Today marks the deadline for teams to submit to Major League Baseball their initial spring training player pools, which can comprise up to 60 players. Players are not eligible to participate in either a spring training or regular season game until they are included in the pool. Teams are free to change the makeup of the pools as they see fit. However, players removed from a team’s 60-man (for reasons unrelated to injury, suspension, etc.) must be exposed to other organizations via trade or waivers.
Not all players within a team’s pool are ticketed for MLB playing time, of course. Most teams will include well-regarded but still far-off prospects as a means of getting them training reps with no intention of running them onto a major league diamond this season. A comprehensive review of 2020’s unique set of rules can be found here.
The Cardinals’ initial player pool consists of the following players.
Right-handed pitchers
- Junior Fernandez
- Jack Flaherty
- Giovanny Gallegos
- John Gant
- Ryan Helsley
- Jordan Hicks
- Dakota Hudson
- Carlos Martinez
- Miles Mikolas
- Johan Oviedo
- Daniel Ponce de Leon
- Alex Reyes
- Adam Wainwright
- Kodi Whitley
- Jake Woodford
Left-handed pitchers
Catchers
Infielders
- Matt Carpenter
- Paul DeJong
- Tommy Edman
- Paul Goldschmidt
- Brad Miller
- John Nogowski
- Rangel Ravelo
- Max Schrock
- Edmundo Sosa
- Kolten Wong
Outfielders