The Los Angeles lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates (5-3) on Thursday, dominated by the three-game set. LA fell to 78-62 that year, only two games ahead of NL West’s San Diego Padres.
Prior to the final defeat, the made a roster move, sending Alex Freeland to choose to sign Catcher Ben Rothveda. The 24-year-old infielder hit just 0.190 in his 29 MLB appearances this season.
In a corresponding 40-person roster move, Alexis Diaz was designated for assignment. The 28-year-old right-handed pitch pitched a 5.00 ERA in nine innings work in the uniform.
Finally, the reason Rortvedt’s contract was chosen is that All-Starbuckstop’s Will Smith “impossible” until next week. The injured list decision looms for Smith after missing a foul ball from his hand during Wednesday’s game.
All the latest news and stories are here (click on the full article headline):
The send Alex Freeland, DFA Alexis Diaz in a massive roster move
The will activate Ben Rothveda as “impossible” Will Smith, who will play until next week
The have minor league catchers in Pittsburgh as Smith IL’s decision is a loom
Nssaki will likely return to the as the struggle continues this season.
are raising catchers in Pittsburgh in case Will Smith goes to Illinois
The predicted they’ll move on from key free agents this offseason
Pirates shoot fans after winning the series
manager calls Tescal Hernandez for missing key games
lineup vs. Pirates: Will Smith injured, Hyson Kim’s start
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