The Pirates traded Roansy Contreras to the Angels. (Source: Alex Stumpf on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Contreras had been designated for assignment this past weekend to make room for Paul Skenes on the roster. As a former top prospect, Contreras was moved to a role in the bullpen this year. It is unclear if the Angels plan to keep him as a reliever or try to get more out of him as a starter.
The Angels optioned Davis Daniel to Triple-A Salt Lake. (Source: Angels PR on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Daniel did not appear in a game while he was up in the majors. He'll return to his relief role in Triple-A.
The Angels optioned INF/OF Niko Goodrum to Triple-A Salt Lake. (Source: Angels PR on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Goodrum went 0-for-13 with two walks while he was in the majors. He is optioned with Luis Rengifo activated from the injured list.
The Athletics designated Easton Lucas for assignment. (Source: Oakland A's on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Lucas was optioned on Tuesday and has been designated for assignment to make room for the addition of Brandon Bielak from the Astros. He'll hit the waiver wire.
The Mets have recalled Josh Walker from Triple-A Syracuse. (Source: Mets on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Walker will provide the Mets with depth in the bullpen. He has pitched to a 2.40 ERA and a 0.93 WHIP in 12 games this season.
The Houston Astros traded Brandon Bielak to the Oakland Athletics for cash considerations. (Source: Houston Astros on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Bielak was designated for assignment this past weekend by Houston. He could be part of the starting rotation for the Athletics later in the season.
The Mets have optioned Joey Lucchesi to Triple-A Syracuse. (Source: Mets on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Lucchesi was called upon to make the start on Wednesday for the Phillies. Josh Walker was recalled in a corresponding move to provide bullpen depth.
The Pittsburgh Pirates released Eric Lauer. (Source: Alex Stumpf on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Lauer was released via an opt-out in his contract. He'll look to land with another team where he'll likely hope to pitch in the majors.
The Angels have designated Amir Garrett for assignment. (Source: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Garrett will be replaced by Davis Daniel on the 40-man and active roster. He could draw interest on the waiver wire from a team in need of bullpen depth.
The Giants have optioned Jakson Reetz to Triple-A Sacramento. (Source: Andrew Baggarly on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Reetz was head back to Triple-A after the Giants signed Curt Casali to a contract Wednesday. Reetz could be recalled if the Giants have more injuries to their current catchers on the roster.
The Giants have moved Tom Murphy to the 60-day IL. (Source: Andrew Baggarly on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Murphy is expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks with a sprained left knee. The Giants signed Curt Casali to provide depth at catcher.
Curt Casali and the Giants have agreed to a one-year contract. (Source: Alex Pavlovic on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Casali was in Triple-A Iowa as a member of the Cubs’ organization, but he had an opt out in his minor league contract. He is in the lineup Wednesday, starting behind the plate and batting ninth.
The Dodgers have designated Nabil Crismatt for assignment. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Crismatt has made four appearances for the Dodgers since joining the roster on April 27th. He is replaced on the roster by Wednesday’s starter, Elieser Hernandez.
The Dodgers selected the contract of Elieser Hernandez from Triple-A Oklahoma City. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: Hernandez will draw the start on Wednesday in a planned bullpen game for the Dodgers. He will likely be optioned to bring up another fresh arm for the Dodgers’ next series.
The Dodgers have optioned Gus Varland to Triple-A Oklahoma City. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Varland was optioned to create room for a fresh arm for the bullpen as they have a bullpen game Wednesday. He could be back up with the team as a depth option at a later date.
The Mariners have optioned Sam Haggerty to Triple-A Tacoma. (Source: Mariners PR on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Haggerty did not see much playing time in his most recent stint with the Mariners. Dominic Canzone has been reinstated from the injured list as the corresponding move.
The Mariners have activated Dominic Canzone (shoulder) from the injured list. (Source: Mariners PR on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Canzone completed his rehab assignment in Triple-A and is healthy enough to return to the team. He is starting in left field and hitting seventh against Kansas City.
Nick Lodolo was placed on the 15-day IL with a left groin strain. (Source: Reds on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Lodolo made his last start on Saturday and there was no initial reports of an injury. Fantasy managers should expect Nick Martinez to likely fill in for Lodolo in the rotation until he returns.
The Reds have recalled Sam Moll from Triple-A Louisville. (Source: Reds on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Moll has pitched well with the Reds this season, posting a 0.80 WHIP and a 0.00 ERA through five innings. He will provide depth in the Reds’ bullpen.
The Pirates have optioned Quinn Priester to Triple-A Indianapolis. (Source: Pirates on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: Priester currently has a 4.33 ERA in five starts with the Pirates this season. He will join the rotation in Indianapolis and could be recalled if the Pirates need depth later in the season.
