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Nick Castellanos DFA
Ironically, this happened while the Padres are in Philadelphia.
The Padres need more offense. Nick Castellanos wasn't providing it. So, he was designated for assignment (in Philly of all places). Samad Taylor, who offers quite a bit more versatility, has been selected.https://t.co/Z9KRnCIckD
— AJ Cassavell (@AJCassavell) June 3, 2026
Things are going badly for the Rays
They've lost eight of their last ten games.
The AL-leading Rays have lost eight of their last 10 games and have been swept in two of their last three series
. They hadn't been swept at all this season until this stretch pic.twitter.com/EqzQerD54R
— Talkin' Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) June 3, 2026
Cal Raleigh will play on Sunday
It will be in the minors.
Cal Raleigh is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment in Everett on Sunday. On Tuesday, he will join Tacoma and play the week with the Rainiers.
— Adam Jude (@A_Jude) June 3, 2026
Voting is open
You can vote for the All-Star Game.
2026 All-Star Game voting is LIVE!
Vote 5x daily at https://t.co/qZ7xq4aEem to send your favorite players to Philadelphia in July! pic.twitter.com/9eHuRO9Wuk
— MLB (@MLB) June 3, 2026
Depth signing
The Blue Jays have signed Justin Topa to a minor league deal.
Justin Topa, released by MIN last month, has signed a minor-league deal with #BlueJays, per the transaction log.
He's been assigned to AAA Buffalo and will serve as additional depth for a big-league bullpen currently running on fumes.
— Thomas Hall (@Hall_Thomas_) June 3, 2026
Cristopher Sanchez, Pitcher of the Month
No surprise.
AL & NL Players of the Month:
AL – Nick Kurtz, ATH
; NL – JJ Bleday, CIN
. Pitchers of the Month
: AL – Spencer Arrighetti, HOU
; NL – Cristopher Sánchez, PHI
. Rookies of the Month
: AL – Munetaka Murakami, CWS
; NL – TJ Rumfield, COL
. Relievers of the Month:
AL – Cade Smith, CLE
; NL – Mason…— Jim Bowden
(@JimBowdenGM) June 3, 2026
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