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Angels signs pitcher who was previously released from Phillies

The Los Angeles Angels have added a familiar arm to their pitching depth, signing right-hander Taijuan Walker to a minor league contract. Walker, who was released by the Philadelphia Phillies earlier this 2026 season, will report to the Angels’ facility in Arizona to begin working his way back. The Angels have signed Taijuan Walker to […] The post Angels signs pitcher who was previously released from Phillies appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies trade pitcher to Rockies with latest move

The Philadelphia Phillies and Colorado Rockies agreed to a trade on Friday. The Phillies announced that they traded right-handed pitcher Andrew Baker for international bonus pool money. For the Rockies, the move comes after Chase Dollander was placed on the injured list. Meanwhile, the Phillies have had ups and downs, but they have performed better […] The post Phillies trade pitcher to Rockies with latest move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Braves giving Carlos Carrasco another opportunity with MLB team

The Atlanta Braves have made a roster move that they hope will help with their rotation depth, selecting veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco to the major league roster while optioning young righty Víctor Mederos to Triple-A Gwinnett. It’s a move that signals Atlanta’s confidence in the experienced arm, and a meaningful second act for a pitcher […] The post Braves giving Carlos Carrasco another opportunity with MLB team appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cardinals make injury roster moves ahead of Royals matchup

The St. Louis Cardinals adjusted their pitching staff on Saturday morning ahead of another matchup vs. the Kansas City Royals at Busch Stadium, announcing a pair of roster moves as the club continues managing its bullpen during a strong early-season run. The Cardinals entered Saturday at 26-18 after outlasting the Royals in Friday night’s 11-inning […] The post Cardinals make injury roster moves ahead of Royals matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers bring back veteran bullpen option on minor league deal

The Milwaukee Brewers have re-signed right-handed pitcher Jacob Waguespack to a new minor league contract, according to MLB.com transaction logs, bringing the 32-year-old back into the organization. Waguespack had been pitching for Triple-A Nashville before Milwaukee released him earlier in the month on May 4. The move allowed him to explore potential major league opportunities […] The post Brewers bring back veteran bullpen option on minor league deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orioles acquire pitcher in trade with Athletics

The Baltimore Orioles and Athletics agreed to a trade on Friday. The Athletics announced that right-handed pitcher Eduarniel Nunez was traded to Baltimore for cash considerations. According to Roch Kubatko, right-handed pitcher Christian Roa was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. The Orioles’ trade comes after it was revealed that infielder Jordan Westburg will […] The post Orioles acquire pitcher in trade with Athletics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Ken Rosenthal is still bullish on Yankees rotation amid Max Fried uncertainty

The New York Yankees didn’t want to see Max Fried leave their game against the Baltimore Orioles with elbow soreness, especially when looking at all the other injuries their pitching staff has dealt with. The good news is that Fried doesn’t believe that the injury is serious, but you also can’t take a player’s word […] The post Why Ken Rosenthal is still bullish on Yankees rotation amid Max Fried uncertainty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Athletics add pitching depth in trade with Mariners

The Athletics made a trade on Thursday with the Seattle Mariners, the team announced. “The Athletics have acquired left-handed pitcher José Suarez from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations and designated outfielder Junior Perez for assignment.” Thursday’s announcement comes after the A’s placed right-handed pitcher Brooks Kriske on the injured list with a […] The post Athletics add pitching depth in trade with Mariners appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs agree to contract with 3-time All-Star pitcher

The Chicago Cubs have been hit hard by the injury bug, especially in terms of the pitching depth. Now, the Cubs are adding a three-time All-Star to a minor league deal. Reliever Liam Hendriks and the Cubs agreed to terms on Wednesday, according to Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic. The Chicago Cubs have signed RHP … The post Cubs agree to contract with 3-time All-Star pitcher appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Atlanta Braves Announce Spencer Strider News Before Tigers Game

Atlanta Braves fans, you can start to get excited about seeing Spencer Strider back in the rotation. On Wednesday, before the Tigers game, multiple reports surfaced that Spencer Strider will start on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies in Coors Field. Manager Walt Weiss told reporters the news, as Weiss had indicated yesterday that Strider’s next […] The post Atlanta Braves Announce Spencer Strider News Before Tigers Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Mariners rumors: If Seattle’s struggles continue, this starting pitcher could be on the move

The Seattle Mariners have been cold to begin the 2026 season, to say the least. With a 10-15 record through the first 25 games, changes might need to be made before the trade deadline. Rumors are already floating around after an insider for ESPN floated the idea of the club trading one of its starting […] The post Mariners rumors: If Seattle’s struggles continue, this starting pitcher could be on the move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Athletics announce 2 big roster moves ahead of White Sox clash

The Athletics made significant adjustments ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the Chicago White Sox, as pitching depth quickly became a priority early in the three-game series. After a 9–2 loss in the series opener Friday night, the club moved to reinforce its bullpen, recalling Mason Barnett while optioning Elvis Alvarado. The A’s enter Saturday looking […] The post Athletics announce 2 big roster moves ahead of White Sox clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees add crucial pitching depth with latest roster move

With the New York Yankees’ depth in the pitching group seemingly struggling, the club decided to make a roster move to address the issue on Wednesday. It’s a decision that adds one more player to the bullpen just before the contest against the Los Angeles Angels. Reports indicate that the Yankees are recalling Angel Chivilli, […] The post Yankees add crucial pitching depth with latest roster move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros’ free agency splash already dealing with an injury

The Houston Astros won the sweepstakes for Tatsuya Imai, signing the Japanese pitcher to a three-year deal that could be worth as much as $63 million. However, after just three starts, Imai is now headed to the IL. Jeremy Pena is also going to the IL, so the Astros are already dealing with unfortunate injuries … The post Astros’ free agency splash already dealing with an injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai gets concerning update after frustrating start vs. Mariners

The Houston Astros face growing concern after Tatsuya Imai’s latest outing, as questions surrounding the right-hander now extend beyond performance to potential health issues. Following a difficult start vs. the Seattle Mariners on Friday, the team awaits further clarity on his health Imai struggled Friday night at T-Mobile Park, recording just one out while throwing […] The post Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai gets concerning update after frustrating start vs. Mariners appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Results of Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery revealed

The Baltimore Orioles received significant rotation news after Zach Eflin’s early-season elbow injury ultimately led to successful Tommy John surgery, shaping the club’s outlook while raising concerns about the club’s future pitching depth. Eflin underwent the procedure Wednesday in Arlington, Texas, where Dr. Keith Meister repaired a torn ulnar collateral ligament, ending his 2026 season […] The post Results of Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery revealed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cardinals Linked to Two-Time All-Star Free Agent Starting Pitcher

The St. Louis Cardinals are in the middle of a rebuild and are not expected to be a top team this season because of it. While this is the case, the Cardinals have been off to a decent start to the 2026 season. At the time of this writing, the Cardinals have a 6-5 record […] The post Cardinals Linked to Two-Time All-Star Free Agent Starting Pitcher appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Mets add depth by signing ex-Braves reliever

The New York Mets are addressing early concerns by strengthening their bullpen with a veteran addition. As the club looks to stabilize its relief corps, the signing of Luke Jackson brings experienced depth to the organization during the early stages of the 2026 MLB season. The Mets signed Jackson, a 34-year-old right-handed reliever, to a […] The post Mets add depth by signing ex-Braves reliever appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MLB World Reacts To Toronto Blue Jays Signing Former World Series Champion

On Friday, the Toronto Blue Jays played the White Sox in Chicago.The Blue Jays lost by a score of 5-4.Toronto Blue Jays Sign Former World Series ChampionAfter the game, the Blue Jays announced that they had signed Patrick Corbin.The former All-Star is coming off a year where he went 7-11 with a 4.40 ERA in […] The post MLB World Reacts To Toronto Blue Jays Signing Former World Series Champion appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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