The Colorado Rockies announced today that they have activated right-handed pitcher Ashton Goudeau (#60) and have recalled right-handed pitcher José Mujica. Additionally, the Rockies have optioned infielder Joshua Fuentes to Triple-A Albuquerque and have returned right-handed pitcher Jesus Tinoco to Triple-A.
Yankees acquire INF Anthony Rizzo from Chicago-NL
The New York Yankees today announced that they have acquired INF Anthony Rizzo and cash considerations from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for minor league right-handed pitcher Alexander Vizcaíno and outfielder Kevin Alcántara.
Rizzo, 31, is a three-time All-Star (2014-16) and is batting .248 (80-for-323) with 41R, 16 doubles, 3 triples, 14HR, 40RBI and 36BB in 92 games this season. Over 11 seasons with the San Diego Padres (2011) and Chicago Cubs (2012-21), he has batted .269 (1,329-for-4,940) with 730R, 284 doubles, 21 triples, 243HR, 793RBI and 645BB in 1,357 games. Rizzo has also finished in the top four in NL MVP voting twice (fourth in 2015 and fourth in 2016) and was a member of the 2016 World Series champion Chicago Cubs.
Originally selected by the Boston Red Sox in the sixth round of the 2007 First-Year Player Draft out of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., Rizzo was traded along with RHP Casey Kelly, OF Reymond Fuentes and INF Eric Patterson to the San Diego Padres for INF Adrián González on December 5, 2010. The left-handed hitter was then acquired by Chicago-NL along with RHP Zach Cates from San Diego in exchange for RHP Andrew Cashner and OF Kyung-Min Na on January 6, 2012. On May 13, 2013, Rizzo signed a seven-year contract through 2019 that included club options for 2020 and 2021.
Since 2014, Rizzo, 6’ 3”, 240lb., ranks second among NL hitters in games played (1,061) and runs batted in (656), third in home runs (204), sixth in on-base percentage (.382), tied for sixth in walks (521), eighth in OPS (.884) and 10th in slugging percentage (.502). The first baseman is a four-time Gold Glove Award winner (2016, ’18-20) and was named the 2016 NL Platinum Glove winner. Since his first full season in 2011, his .995 fielding percentage is the fifth-best at the position (min. 650 games).
Rizzo reached 30 doubles, 30 home runs and 100 RBI in three straight seasons from 2015-17, becoming only the fourth Cub to reach those marks in at least three seasons, joining Hack Wilson (four times, 1927-30), Billy Williams (three times, 1965, ‘70 and ‘72) and Sammy Sosa (three times, 1997, 2000-01). The 2016 Silver Slugger winner is one of seven Cubs with six-or-more seasons of at least 25 home runs, joining Sammy Sosa (12), Billy Williams (10), Ernie Banks (10), Ron Santo (eight), Aramis Ramirez (seven) and Ryne Sandberg (six).
The Parkland, Fla., native was named the recipient of the 2017 Roberto Clemente Award, annually given to the player who best represents the game of baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field.
Alcántara, 19, hit .360/.448/.520 (9-for-25) with 5R, 1 double, 1HR, 3RBI, 4BB and 1SB in eight games with the FCL Yankees this season. Over two minor league seasons (2019, ’21) in the Yankees organization, he hit .269/.325/.382 (50-for-186) with 31R, 9 doubles, 3 triples, 2HR, 22RBI, 12BB and 6SB in 49 games. The Santo Domingo Centro, D.R., native was signed by the Yankees as a non-drafted free agent on July 12, 2018.
Vizcaíno, 24, combined to go 0-1 with a 7.50 ERA (6.0IP, 6H, 6ER/5ER, 10BB, 7K) in six games (three starts) with the FCL Yankees and High-A Hudson Valley this season. Over five minor league seasons in the Yankees organization (2016-19, ’21), the right-handed pitcher went 12-21 with a 4.95 ERA (265.1IP, 169R/146ER, 107BB, 268K) in 62 games (53 starts). The San Cristóbal, D.R., native was signed by the Yankees as a non-drafted free agent on May 18, 2016, and was added to the 40-man roster on November 20, 2020.
A’s option INF Jacob Wilson to Triple-A Las Vegas
OAKLAND, Calif. – The Oakland A’s optioned infielder Jacob Wilson to Triple-A Las Vegas, the club announced today. The move clears a spot on the 26-man roster for outfielder Starling Marte, who was acquired from the Miami Marlins yesterday along with cash considerations in exchange for left-handed pitcher Jesús Luzardo.
Wilson was selected from Las Vegas July 8 and went 1-for-7 in six games in his Major League debut. He started two games at second base and one in left field and also appeared in one game at third base. Wilson is hitting .288 with 14 home runs and 46 RBI in 49 games with the Aviators.
Marte batted .306 with a .407 on-base percentage in 63 games with Miami and ranked second in the National League with 22 stolen bases at the time of the trade. He missed over a month of the season with a fractured rib but had the fourth best on-base percentage and seventh best batting average in the NL among players with at least 250 plate appearances. Marte is also hitting .317 with runners in scoring position and .463 since the All-Star Break. The 33-year-old was tied for second among NL outfielders with six assists and has 69 outfield assists dating back to 2015, which are the most in the majors over that span.
Red Sox option right-handed pitcher Tanner Houck to Triple-A Worcester
BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox optioned right-handed pitcher Tanner Houck to Triple-A Worcester following last night’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom made the announcement.
Houck, 25, pitched the first 4.0 innings of last night’s 4-1 win over the Blue Jays, allowing one run on two hits with seven strikeouts and one walk. In six major league outings (four starts) this season, the right-hander has posted a 2.45 ERA (6 ER/22.0 IP) with 30 strikeouts and five walks. Houck has also made six starts for Worcester, going 0-2 with a 5.14 ERA (12 ER/21.0 IP).
NFL list of team-by-team completed transactions report for 7-29-21
The following are the NFL transactions for Thursday, July 29. Transactions will be published each day after they are circulated to NFL clubs. This version will include waiver requests, assignments via waivers, terminations, free agent signings, reserve list and practice squad additions and deletions, and trades.
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NEW YORK GIANTS |
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| Mizzell, Taquan | RB | Virginia | ||
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TAMPA BAY |
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| Ashley, Calvin | T | Florida A&M | ||
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CLAIMING DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., N.Y. Time, Friday, 7/30/21 |
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CHICAGO |
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| Farris, Rojesterman | DB | Hawaii | ||
| McClain, Khalil | WR | Troy | ||
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| Cobb, Randall | WR | Kentucky | ||
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CAROLINA |
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| Luvu, Frankie | LB | Washington State | ||
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JACKSONVILLE |
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| Luton, Jake | QB | Oregon State | ||
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LOS ANGELES CHARGERS |
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| Jackson, Justin | RB | Northwestern | ||
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FREE AGENT SIGNINGS |
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BUFFALO |
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| Gauthier, Tyler | C | Miami | ||
| Harrell, Marquel | G | Auburn | ||
GREEN BAY |
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| Kelly, Dennis | T | Purdue | ||
HOUSTON |
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| Veasy, Jordan | WR | California | ||
INDIANAPOLIS |
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| Hill, Holton | DB | Texas | ||
| Moore, Damontre | DE | Texas A&M | ||
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| Emmons, B.J. | RB | Florida Atlantic | ||
| Jackson, Darius | RB | Eastern Michigan | ||
MIAMI |
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| Reynolds, Ross | G | Iowa | ||
PHILADELPHIA |
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| Melifonwu, Obi | DB | Connecticut | ||
| Patton, Andre | WR | Rutgers | ||
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| Okeke, Chidi | T | Tennessee State | ||
WASHINGTON |
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| Guggemos, Nick | TE | St. Thomas, Minn. | ||
| Reed, Justus | DE | Virginia Tech | ||
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| Wilson, Zach | QB | Brigham Young | (1-2)* | |
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| Beachum, Kelvin | T | Southern Methodist | ||
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| Hudson, Rodney | C | Florida State | ||
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| Isabella, Andy | WR | Massachusetts | ||
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| Johnson, KeeSean | WR | Fresno State | ||
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| Pugh, Justin | G | Syracuse | ||
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| Whitney, Isaac | WR | Southern California | ||
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MIAMI |
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| Fluker, D.J. | G | Alabama | ||
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| Dupree, Bud | LB | Kentucky | ||
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| Ioannidis, Matt | DT | Temple | ||
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| Miller, Chris | DB | Baylor | ||
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| Samuel, Curtis | WR | Ohio State | ||
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| Lutz, Wil | K | Georgia State | ||
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| Williams, P.J. | DB | Florida State | ||
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| Settle, Tim | DT | Virginia Tech | ||
PREVIEW: Orlando City Returns Home to Face Atlanta United
Lions look to make it six-straight unbeaten against neighbors to the north
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando City SC (7-4-4, 25 points) returns to downtown Orlando for a two-game home stint, first set to take on Atlanta United FC (2-5-8, 14 points) on Friday, July 30 at Exploria Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET.
The match, presented by Heineken, will be nationally broadcast on ESPN and ESPN Deportes, while being transmitted on 96.9 The Game in English and Acción 97.9FM, 810AM in Spanish. Tickets are available here or by calling (855) ORL-CITY.
“We’re here preparing again with another quick turnaround, preparing for our match against Atlanta,” Head Coach Oscar Pareja said ahead of Friday’s match. “We’re trying to bounce back and engage in the couple of training sessions that we have in order to be prepared for the game tactically, with our strategy too and prepare our players mentally, physically and to be ready for the game. That’s our duty right now.”
City will look to make it six-straight unbeaten against The Five Stripes on Friday night, holding a record of 2-0-3 in the last five fixtures against Atlanta. The two last faced off in the season opener for both sides on April 17, a match that resulted in a scoreless draw.
The Lions will look to bounce back from a road loss to NYCFC this past Sunday, with goalkeeper Pedro Gallese tallying a season-high nine saves in the contest to earn Man of the Match honors.
Nani leads the side with seven goals on the year, followed by Tesho Akindele and Benji Michel with three. Mauricio Pereyra holds the team-high in assists with six, with Nani, Akindele and Chris Mueller all totaling four to follow.
Atlanta comes into the match after falling at home to Columbus this past weekend. Jonathan Mensah scored the eventual game-winner in the 65th to give the road side all three points.
Marcelino Moreno leads the Five Stripes with three goals this year, while Jake Mulraney leads the side with the same number of assists.
Following Friday’s fixture, the Lions will begin preparations for a midweek matchup with intrastate foes Inter Miami CF on Wednesday, Aug. 4 at Exploria Stadium. Kickoff for that fixture is slated for 7:30 p.m. ET.
Philadelphia Union Sign Midfielder Jesús Bueno
The 22-year-old Venezuelan served as captain for Deportivo Lara; To join Union on two-and-a-half-year contract
CHESTER, Pa. – Philadelphia Union announced today that they have signed midfielder Jesús Daniel Bueno Áñez from Deportivo Lara to a two-and-a- half-year contract with a club option for a third and fourth year in exchange for an undisclosed transfer fee. Most recently serving as team captain of Deportivo Lara, Bueno will be added to the Union’s active roster following receipt of his International Transfer Certificate and P1 Visa and will occupy an international roster slot.
Assets for Media Use: Jesús Bueno Photos
“Jesús is a young versatile player we have followed because of his strong potential,” said Union Sporting Director Ernst Tanner. “As the captain of his former club he brings natural leadership abilities and the mentality we value, and his ability to play multiple positions will allow us to find a good fit for him in our system. We look forward to welcoming him to the team and watching him develop.”
Bueno, 22, has been playing for Deportivo Lara in the first-tier Venezuelan division, Primera Division, since 2017. He has made 75 total appearances for the Venezuelan side, scoring nine goals and logging three assists in that time. Bueno has twice played in the Primera Division Championship Finals (2016, 2020), and in his most recent appearance he scored in the third minute of extra time for a 1-0 win that secured his team third place overall.
This past season, Bueno has appeared in five matches and notched his first professional brace in a 4-1 win over Aragua FC on May 3, 2021.
TRANSACTION: Philadelphia Union sign midfielder Jesús Bueno on July 29, 2021. He will be added to the active roster following receipt of his International Transfer Certificate and P1 Visa.
Name: Jesus Bueno
Position: Midfielder
Height: 5’9”
Weight: 163 lbs
Born: April 15, 1999
Birthplace: Barquisimeto, Estado Lara, Venezuela
Hometown: Barquisimeto, Estado Lara, Venezuela
Citizenship: Venezuelan
Acquired: Philadelphia Union sign midfielder Jesús Bueno on July 29, 2021.
Previous Experience: Deportivo Lara (2017-2021)
Canucks Sign Goaltender Jaroslav Halak to a one-year deal
Vancouver, B.C. – Vancouver Canucks General Manager Jim Benning announced today that the club has signed goaltender Jaroslav Halak to a one-year contract that includes $1.5 million in salary and $1.5 million in performance bonus eligibility.
Halak, 36, appeared in 19 games for the Bruins last season including 17 starts, posting a 9-6-4 record to go along with a 2.53 goals-against average and .905 save percentage.
The 5’11”, 185-pound netminder is a two-time winner of the William M. Jennings Trophy (2012, 2020). He has played 539 career games over 15 NHL seasons split between Montreal, St. Louis, Washington, N.Y. Islanders, and Boston, registering a 281-173-62 record and a career 2.48 goals-against average. Since making his NHL debut in 2006.07, Halak ranks tied for fifth among all goaltenders with 52 shutouts.
Halak has also made 39 NHL postseason appearances, posting a 17-20 record alongside a 2.48 goals-against average and .919 save percentage. His playoff highlights include backstopping the Montreal Canadiens to 2010 Eastern Conference Final and helping the Bruins reach game seven of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final.
A native of Bratislava, Slovakia, Halak has represented Slovakia numerous times, bookmarked by a silver medal at the 2003 IIHF World Under-18 Championships and a fourth-place finish at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver.
Halak was originally selected by Montreal in the ninth round, 271st overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.
Minnesota Wild Agrees to Terms with Defenseman Jon Lizotte on a One-Year, Two-Way Contract
SAINT PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Wild General Manager Bill Guerin today announced the National Hockey League (NHL) club has agreed to terms with defenseman Jon Lizotte on a one-year, two-way contract ($750,000/$175,000).
Lizotte, 26 (11/10/94), collected nine points (3-6=9) and 23 penalty minutes (PIM) in 32 games with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League (AHL) during the 2020-21 season. The 6-foot, 210-pound native of Grand Forks, N.D., recorded a season-high three-game point streak (3a) from Feb. 11-20, registered seven points (2-5=7) in the first nine contests of the season and netted his first career shorthanded goal April 16 vs. Binghamton. The left-shot defenseman owns 28 points (4-24=28), 35 PIM and 118 shots on goal in 94 career AHL games with the Penguins (2018-21).
Lizotte skated in four seasons with St. Cloud State University of the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) and recorded 46 points (10-36=46) and 93 PIM in 147 games (2015-19). He served as an alternate captain during his last two seasons and was named to the All-NCHC Academic team in all four years. He helped the Huskies win the 2016 NCHC Championship and to earn NCHC’s regular season titles in back-to-back seasons (2017-18 and 2018-19).
He graduated from Red River High School in Grand Forks, N.D., and served as team captain to lead the Roughriders to the 2013 North Dakota High School Hockey State Championship. He skated in two seasons with Minot of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) where he served as captain of the Minotauros in his second season and collected 59 points (20-39=59) in 116 games (2013-15).
‘Canes agree to term with Matinook
Alternate captain posted 13 points in 44 NHL games last season
RALEIGH, NC – Don Waddell, President and General Manager of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, today announced that the team has agreed to terms with forward Jordan Martinook on a three-year contract. The deal will pay Martinook an average annual value (AAV) of $1.8 million.
“Jordan has played a tremendous part in helping to change the culture of our organization over the past three years,” said Waddell. “He’s an asset to our team and our community, and we’re a tougher team to play against with him on the ice.”
Martinook, 29, recorded 13 points (4g, 9a) in 44 games during the regular season and added three assists in 11 playoff games with the Hurricanes in 2020-21. The 6’1″, 204-pound forward ranked fifth on the team with 90 hits last season and ranks second on the team in hits since 2018-19. Martinook was also named an alternate captain prior to the start of the 2019-20 season. The Brandon, Man., native has registered 51 points (20g, 31a) in 171 games with Carolina during the regular season and tallied 10 points (2g, 8a) in 29 playoff games since 2018-19. Originally drafted by Arizona in the second round, 58th overall, of the 2012 NHL Draft, Martinook was acquired by the Hurricanes from the Coyotes on May 3, 2018, with a fourth-round pick in the 2018 NHL Draft (Luke Henman) in exchange for Marcus Kruger and a third-round pick in the 2018 NHL Draft (Ty Emberson).
