Dodgers designate Anthony Banda for assignment in exchange for Ben Rortvedt from the Reds.
Dodgers’ Roster Changes Near the Start of the Season This winter, the Dodgers have been grappling with a 40-man roster shortage. Friday marked a significant shift in the team’s lineup. Recently, free agent infielder Andy Ibáñez was placed on waivers by the Athletics after being designated for assignment earlier this week. The Dodgers quickly responded […]
Republicans raise concerns about Boasberg’s assignments in Trump cases while judges support the random assignment system.
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg finds himself in the spotlight once again as California Representative Eric Swalwell’s notable case, which accuses President Trump’s housing officials of misconduct, heads to court. Some Republican lawmakers have voiced concerns over Boasberg’s prior assignments, particularly regarding his involvement in a previous legal challenge related to the transfer of Venezuelan […]
Oklahoma student alleges religious discrimination after receiving a zero on gender assignment
A student at the University of Oklahoma, Samantha Hrunecki, claims she was unfairly graded for an assignment on gender norms due to her Christian beliefs. Hrunecki, an associate medical student, received a score of zero out of 25 after submitting her thoughts on an article discussing gender stereotypes and mental health in children. In her […]
Mets designate outfielder Jose Siri for assignment following a brief and challenging time with the team
Chicago – Jose Ciri’s time with the Mets has been brief and, well, let’s just say it hasn’t gone as planned. The 30-year-old outfielder joined the team last winter with hopes of sharing duties in center field. However, on Wednesday, he was placed on an assignment as the Mets made room for Tyron Taylor’s return […]
Austin Slater of the Yankees starts his rehab assignment
Yankees’ Austin Slater on Road to Recovery The Yankees are close to welcoming back a player they secured at the trade deadline. On Friday night, Austin Slater began his rehabilitation stint at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, going 2-for-3 in five innings after returning from a hamstring strain he sustained on August 4th. He’s set to play again […]
Craig Kimbrel joins the Astros after being designated for assignment by the Braves earlier in the season
Craig Kimbrell Joins the Astros Craig Kimbrell, now 37, is making his return to Major League Baseball. He signed a deal with the Houston Astros on Thursday, as reported by ESPN. This contract with Houston marks Kimbrell’s ninth team in the major leagues, and notably, his seventh since 2021. Earlier this season, Kimbrell played for […]
Alex Verdugo designated for assignment after disappointing time with the Braves
Alex Verdugo’s Short Stint with Braves Ends Alex Verdugo’s time in Atlanta has come to an end unusually quickly. The former Yankees outfielder was designated for assignment by the Braves mid-season on Wednesday, as reported by Ken Rosenthal from The Athletic. Verdugo, who is now 29 years old, had signed a one-year contract worth $1.5 […]
Yankees designate Pablo Reyes for assignment shortly after his wild baserunning feats
Giancarlo Stanton Returns, Pablo Reyes Designated for Assignment Giancarlo Stanton is back, signaling the end of Pablo Reyes’ stint with the Yankees. The utility player was designated for assignment on Monday, coinciding with Stanton’s activation from the injured list. Reyes, now 31, has posted a modest slash line of .194/.242/.226 over 31 games this season […]
DJ LeMahieu adds to impressive showing with rehab assignment set for next step
DJ Lemahieu played back-to-back games for the first time in a minor league chabulation assignment with Double-A Somerset as he recovered from the tense left calf that suffered in the first Grapefruit Leig match of spring training. Lemahieu hit on Sunday, becoming 6-6 at Homer in four games against Somerset. Aaron Boone said Lemahieu, who […]
Lesbian teacher threatened by ‘irate’ mom over LGBTQ assignment
The Indiana mother was arrested after bringing a gun to her daughter’s primary school and allegedly threatening to kill the family of a lesbian teacher on a mission she thought was LGBTQ-related. Carrie Rivers, 48, was allegedly attacked at Valley Mills Elementary School in Indianapolis on Wednesday, where a pistol was pushed into the waistband […]