Royals Designate Matt Strahm, Andrew Velazquez For Assignment
The Kansas City Royals have designated two players for assignment, including a former New York Yankees shortstop.
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The story so far
The Kansas City Royals have designated Matt Strahm and Andrew Velazquez for assignment. The Royals have struggled with their bullpen this season, and Strahm's departure is part of a broader effort to address these issues.
The move comes as Bobby Witt returns from the injured list, suggesting a strategic shift in the team's roster. The Royals Review and MLB Trade Rumors both confirm the designations.
The Kansas City Star notes that the team's bullpen has faced significant challenges this season. CBS Sports reports that Witt's reinstatement may signal a change in the team's approach to its roster.
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The reporting (9)
- Phillies Vindicated for Matt Strahm Trade After Royals Cut Ties Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Royals DFA former Phillies All-Star reliever after trade deadline Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Royals activate Witt, designate Strahm for assignment MLB.com · 7h ago
- Royals activate Bobby Witt Jr. after 2-week injury absence ESPN · 7h ago
- Former New York Yankees Shortstop Cut By Current MLB Team heavy.com · 7h ago
- Bobby Witt is back, Matt Strahm a Royal no more Royals Review · 7h ago
- Kansas City Royals DFA Matt Strahm amid frustrating season of bullpen struggles Kansas City Star · 7h ago
- Royals' Bobby Witt: Reinstated from injured list CBS Sports · 7h ago
- Royals Designate Matt Strahm, Andrew Velazquez For Assignment MLB Trade Rumors · 7h ago
The obvious questions
Who are the players designated for assignment by the Kansas City Royals?
Matt Strahm and Andrew Velazquez have been designated for assignment by the Kansas City Royals.
Why were Matt Strahm and Andrew Velazquez designated for assignment?
The Royals have struggled with their bullpen this season, and Strahm's departure is part of a broader effort to address these issues. The move comes as Bobby Witt returns from the injured list, suggesting a strategic shift in the team's roster.
What is the significance of Bobby Witt's reinstatement?
Bobby Witt's reinstatement may signal a change in the team's approach to its roster.
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