Veteran outfielder Aaron Hicks was designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Angels on Monday after batting .140 in 18 games to start the season, with manager Ron Washington telling reporters "we just thought we needed to start making some changes ...
Marlins left-hander Jesús Luzardo said Monday that he looks forward to rejoining the club soon after tests revealed a mild flexor muscle strain in his throwing elbow.
The Houston Astros are promoting first baseman Joey Loperfido from Triple-A Sugar Land as they try to solve problems at the position, after the left-handed prospect hit .287 with 13 homers and 27 RBIs in 25 games for the club's top minor league ...
The Rockies are set to call up top outfield prospect Jordan Beck, according to multiple outlets. Beck was batting .307 with a .999 OPS in 25 games at Triple-A Albuquerque, hitting five home runs with 28 RBIs.