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Roster Moves

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Empty baseball pitcher's mound at dusk with stadium lights casting shadows, symbolizing player releases.
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Tigers release Bryan Sammons and Dugan Darnell from organization

Bryan Sammons pitched 27 1/3 innings for the Tigers in July 2024, posting a 3.

Sofia Castillo·June 6, 2026
Houston Astros player Rhylan Thomas walking away from the stadium after being released, symbolizing a significant roster change.
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Houston Astros release Rhylan Thomas on June 5, 2026

On June 5, 2026, the Houston Astros released outfielder Rhylan Thomas, capping a whirlwind 48 hours of aggressive roster shuffling.

Sofia Castillo·June 6, 2026
Texas Rangers pitcher Josh Sborz on the mound, ready to throw a pitch during a baseball game.
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Rangers re-sign pitcher Josh Sborz to minor league deal

Just three days after being released by the Texas Rangers, pitcher Josh Sborz has been re-signed to a minor league contract, a deal that could pay him just $50,000 for 10 innings pitched.

Sofia Castillo·June 5, 2026
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Matt Pushard, a Rule 5 acquisition from the Marlins, is activated and added to the team's 40-man roster.
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Cardinals Activate Rule 5 Pick Matt Pushard From Marlins

On March 29th, Matt Pushard allowed three earned runs on just 31 pitches during his brief major league debut, yet the Cardinals have now activated him, bringing their 40-man roster to 39, according to

Rachel Goldberg·June 4, 2026
A dejected Josh Sborz walking off a baseball mound under stadium lights after being released by the Texas Rangers.
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Texas Rangers release pitcher Josh Sborz from minor league deal

Less than a year after posting a dominant 0.

Sofia Castillo·June 2, 2026
Cleveland Guardians pitcher Logan Allen on the mound during a game, with Peyton Pallette's name visible on a distant roster board.
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Guardians Recall Logan Allen, Designate Peyton Pallette For Assignment

Despite posting an 8.

Sofia Castillo·May 24, 2026
Eugenio Suarez activated from IL as Ke'Bryan Hayes is placed on the injured list with a back injury.
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Eugenio Suarez Activated, Ke'Bryan Hayes Lands on Injured List

Ke'Bryan Hayes, who was hitting .

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026
Minnesota Twins player Luis Garcia is designated for assignment as Taj Bradley is reinstated from the injured list, highlighting a significant roster change.
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Twins designate Luis Garcia, reinstate Taj Bradley from IL

RHP Luis García was designated for assignment by the Minnesota Twins after struggling to a 10.

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026
Chicago Cubs prospect Kevin Alcantara steps up to bat as veteran Nicky Lopez is seen departing the dugout, symbolizing a roster change.
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Cubs designate Nicky Lopez, promote Kevin Alcantara

Kevin Alcántara, the Chicago Cubs' No.

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026
Chicago Cubs prospect Pedro Ramirez makes his MLB debut as infielder Matt Shaw is placed on the injured list.
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Cubs promote Pedro Ramirez, place Matt Shaw on injured list

Just weeks after being named International League Player of the Month for April, Pedro Ramírez is making his major league debut for the Cubs.

Sofia Castillo·May 22, 2026