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Phillies claim Hoffmann off waivers from DBacks

Andrew Hoffmann

PHI Relief Pitcher #56

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Phillies claimed RHP Andrew Hoffmann off waivers from the Diamondbacks.

It was reported that Hoffmann was to be released on Wednesday, but it turns out it was simply release waivers. The Phillies have claimed the 26-year-old and he will likely report to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

- Rivers McCown

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Mariners call up elite pitching prospect Anderson

The Seattle Mariners called up top pitching prospect Kade Anderson, who is expected to start against the Chicago Cubs this Saturday. Eric Samulski emphasizes why he should be added in all fantasy formats.

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FA Relief Pitcher #56

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Diamondbacks released RHP Andrew Hoffmann.

Hoffmann could wind up re-signing with the club on a minor league pact after clearing waivers. The injured 26-year-old reliever was designated for assignment earlier this week in a roster crunch. He made eight appearances for Arizona earlier this year.
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Diamondbacks designated RHP Andrew Hoffman for assignment.

The move opens up a spot on the 40-man for Justin Martinez. Hoffmann, 26, was last seen in the majors giving up eight runs in one-third of an inning against the Brewers on Apr. 28, and he’s been on the minor league IL since early June.
Andrew Hoffmann

AZ Relief Pitcher #56

Diamondbacks optioned RHP Andrew Hoffman to Triple-A Reno.

Hoffmann heads back to the minors after getting rocked for a staggering eight runs while recording only one out in relief during Tuesday’s game against the Brewers. The 26-year-old has posted an underwhelming 8.49 ERA and 12/8 K/BB ratio across 11 2/3 innings over eight appearances for Arizona this season.
Andrew Hoffmann

AZ Relief Pitcher #56

Diamondbacks recalled RHP Andrew Hoffmann from Triple-A Reno.

Hoffmann rejoined the Diamondbacks’ bullpen prior to Friday’s series opener against the Padres. The 25-year-old hurler has been knocked around in 10 appearances this season, registering a 6.55 ERA, 2.00 WHIP and a 12/9 K/BB ratio 11 innings between the Royals and Diamondbacks.
Andrew Hoffmann

AZ Relief Pitcher #56

Diamondbacks opitoned RHP Andrew Hoffmann to Triple-A Reno.

Hoffmann has scuffled in his last few outings, so the Diamondbacks will send him to Triple-A to get right with Bryce Jarvis recalled in a corresponding transaction.
Andrew Hoffmann

AZ Relief Pitcher #54

Diamondbacks recalled RHP Andrew Hoffmann from Triple-A Reno.

Hoffmann joins Arizona’s relief mix for Monday’s game against the Padres with veteran Kevin Ginkel hitting the injured list with a shoulder strain. The 25-year-old rookie right-hander came over from the Royals last week in the Randal Grichuk trade.
Andrew Hoffmann

AZ Relief Pitcher #54

Diamondbacks acquired RHP Andrew Hoffmann from the Royals in exchange for OF Randal Grichuk.

Hoffmann is one of the better relief pitching prospects in baseball, and while he is limited to relief, it’s a nice piece of business for an expiring contract in Grichuk. He’ll likely get a chance to pitch for the Diamondbacks before the end of 2025, and could be a future high-leverage reliever.
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Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the Royals have acquired Randal Grichuk in a trade with the Diamondbacks.

In return for Grichuk, the Royals are sending the Diamondbacks right-handed reliever Andrew Hoffmann. The 33-year-Grichuk has homered seven times while hitting .243 with a .742 OPS. He’ll be in the lineup against left-handers for sure, but the Royals’ struggling offense could make Grichuk an everyday player for the final two months.
Andrew Hoffmann

KC Relief Pitcher #54

Royals optioned RHP Andrew Hoffmann to Triple-A Omaha.

Hoffman returns to the minors to make room for veteran lefty Rich Hill on Kansas City’s active roster. The 25-year-old righty has made three relief appearances this season in the big leagues.
Andrew Hoffmann

KC Relief Pitcher #54

Royals recalled RHP Andrew Hoffmann from Triple-A Omaha.

It’ll be the second big-league stint for Hoffman, who allowed two runs in two innings of relief work the first time around. He’s taking the place of Michael Lorenzen, who went on the IL before the break, but possibly only until the team needs a fifth starter next week.

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Eric Lauer

LAD Starting Pitcher #33
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Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts confirmed Sunday that Eric Lauer has been shifted back to a long relief role.

With Tyler Glasnow back and Shohei Ohtani nearing a return as well, there simply isn’t room to keep the 31-year-old southpaw in the club’s six-man rotation. He’ll be available out of the bullpen beginning on Tuesday.
- David Shovein

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Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14
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Jac Caglianone was a late scratch from the Royals’ lineup on Sunday due to renewed ankle soreness.

It’s an issue that has been nagging at Caglianone for a while now and the same injury that caused him to miss Thursday’s game after making an early exit on Wednesday. It’s possible that if it continues to linger it could require a trip to the injured list.
- David Shovein

Source: Anne Rogers

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Kyle Teel

CWS Catcher #8
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Kyle Teel (ankle) will begin a minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday.

Teel has been shelved since the end of July due to a high ankle sprain. He should only need a couple of games there to get his timing back and could be an option to rejoin the White Sox at some point next weekend barring any setbacks.
- David Shovein

Source: James Fegan

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Evan Carter

TEX Center Fielder #32
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Evan Carter is not in the Rangers’ starting lineup for Sunday’s divisional showdown against the Angels.

Carter started against each of the other three left-handers that the Rangers faced this week, but he’ll get a breather in this one with Yusei Kikuchi taking the ball for the Halos. Ezequiel Duran will cover center field in his absence while Justin Foscue starts at second base and bats leadoff for the Rangers.
- David Shovein

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Drey Jameson

AZ Relief Pitcher #99
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Diamondbacks activated RHP Drey Jameson from the 15-day injured list.

Jameson had been shelved since mid-July due to inflammation in his right hip. He’ll rejoin the Diamondbacks’ bullpen for Sunday’s series finale against the Reds. Zack Littell was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
- David Shovein

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AZ Starting Pitcher #46
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Diamondbacks designated RHP Zack Littell for assignment.

With Drey Jameson returning from the injured list on Sunday, the Diamondbacks needed to free up a spot on their active roster and Littell drew the short straw. The 30-year-old hurler posted a 7.50 ERA, 2.08 WHIP and a 3/4 K/BB ratio over 12 innings in three appearances with the Diamondbacks.
- David Shovein

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Félix Bautista

BAL Relief Pitcher #74
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Félix Bautista (shoulder) struggled in his first minor league rehab appearance at Double-A Chesapeake on Sunday, recording only one out.

The 31-year-old hurler faced five batters in the ballgame — allowing a hit and three walks in the process. He threw just 10 of his 22 pitches for strikes while maxing out at 97-mph on the radar gun. It’s going to take some time to shake off the rust following Tommy John surgery, so expect inconsistency upon his return.
- David Shovein

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Logan O'Hoppe

TEX Catcher #14
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Rangers recalled C Logan O’Hoppe from Triple-A Round Rock.

The 26-year-old backstop will get his first chance to show the Rangers what he can do after being picked up in a deadline deal from the Angels. O’Hoppe has hit just .209/.271/.295 with four homers and 23 RBI in 256 plate appearances at the MLB level this season.
- David Shovein

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Jarred Kelenic

TEX Right Fielder #25
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Rangers designated OF Jarred Kelenic for assignment.

This is the third time that the Rangers have DFA’d the former top prospect. Each previous time he has returned on a minor league contract and eventually earned another chance with the Rangers. It’s possible that happens again this time around, though his days of fantasy relevancy are in the rearview mirror.
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Trevor Larnach

MIN Left Fielder #9
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Trevor Larnach is not in the Twins’ starting lineup for Sunday’s battle against the Padres.

It’s a rare off day for Larnach with an opposing right-hander on the mound. Alen Roden will start in his place in left field and will bat seventh for the Twins against Padres’ veteran Walker Buehler.
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