Pre-draft rankings and scouting reports are provided by Keith Law of the Athletic, Baseball America, FanGraphs and ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel. A round-up of today’s draft signings for upwards of $2MM: The Mets agreed to terms with 19th overall pick Carson Benge on a $3.9975MM bonus, reports Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline (X link). That’s narrowly below the approximate $4.22MM slot … [Read more...] about Notable Draft Signings: 7/25/24
Archives for July 2024
Since Key Bridge collapse, transportation officials keep closer eye on hazardous materials passing through tunnels
The Maryland Transportation Authority is heightening its watch over what kinds of materials are passing through Baltimore’s tunnels on trucks since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in late March. The loss of the bridge has rerouted trucks to tunnels including The Fort McHenry Tunnel along I-95 and Baltimore Harbor Tunnel along I-895. However, certain hazardous … [Read more...] about Since Key Bridge collapse, transportation officials keep closer eye on hazardous materials passing through tunnels
Ravens observations on first practice in pads, another disruptive day for Odafe Oweh and more
Friday marked a key turning point in training camp as the Ravens donned pads for the first time, creating opportunities for coaches to evaluate players battling along the line of scrimmage. “This is the start of football,” coach John Harbaugh said. “We’ve done all the stuff we needed to do to prepare for today, and then you get to today, and you start evaluating football.” As … [Read more...] about Ravens observations on first practice in pads, another disruptive day for Odafe Oweh and more
10 things to know about Orioles trade acquisitions Zach Eflin, Seranthony Domínguez, Cristian Pache
The Orioles added three players in the hours leading up to Friday night’s game against the San Diego Padres, all of whom fill areas of need for the major league roster. Baltimore traded Austin Hays, one of the last remaining players to experience the Orioles’ rebuild, to the Philadelphia Phillies for right-handed reliever Seranthony DomÍnguez and outfielder Cristian Pache. … [Read more...] about 10 things to know about Orioles trade acquisitions Zach Eflin, Seranthony Domínguez, Cristian Pache
Orioles Release Jonathan Heasley
July 25: The Orioles announced that Heasley has been released. Per Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com on X, Heasley hasn’t pitched lately due to right shoulder inflammation. Since injured players can’t be put on outright waivers, the O’s have gone the release route instead. July 24: The Orioles announced that they have selected the contract of pitching prospect Chayce McDermott, a … [Read more...] about Orioles Release Jonathan Heasley