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Cape League Alumni Transactions August 2015

Major League Baseball transactions
involving former Cape Cod Baseball League players.

 
     Check this space daily for this month's Major League Baseball transactions involving former Cape Cod League players. It will be updated daily or as qualifying transactions occur. Previous months' transactions may be viewed by clicking on the "Browse by Year" or "Browse by Month" links.
 
CCBL / MLB TRANSACTIONS FOR AUGUST 2015
08/31
Arizona Diamondbacks activated 3B Phil Gosselin (Harwich, 2009) from the 60-day DL. Avulsion fracture in left thumb.
Arizona Diamondbacks designated RHP Kevin Munson (Bourne, 2009) for assignment.
Chicago Cubs designated 3B Mike Olt (Orleans, 2008-09) for assignment.
Cincinnati Reds recalled RHP Michael Lorenzen (Brewster, 2012) from Louisville.
Cincinnati Reds placed OF Brennan Boesch (Brewster, 2005) on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 23. Bone bruise on right ankle
New York Mets optioned RHP Logan Verrett (Chatham, 2009-10) to Las Vegas.
New York Mets sent INF Danny Muno (Orleans, 2009-10) outright to Las Vegas.
San Francisco Giants designated OF Ryan Lollis (Cotuit, 2007) for assignment.
 
08/30
Arizona Diamondbacks optioned LHP Andrew Chafin (Orleans, 2011) to Reno.
Arizona Diamondbacks acquired RHP Matt Koch (Chatham, 2011) and RHP Miller Diaz from New York Mets for RHP Addison Reed.
Arizona Diamondbacks assigned RHP Matt Koch (Chatham, 2011) to Mobile.
 
08/29
Houston Astros sent RF George Springer (Wareham, 2009-10) on a rehab assignment to Corpus Christi. Fractured right wrist.
Houston Astros placed C Jason Castro (Y-D, 2007) on the 15-day DL. Strained right quad.
Oakland Athletics optioned INF Max Muncy (Wareham, 2010-11) to Nashville.
Toronto Blue Jays designated 2B Ty Kelly (Brewster, 2008) for assignment.
Today's MLB debuts:
C John Hicks (Harwich, 2010), Seattle Mariners, 0-for-0, @ Chicago White Sox
 
08/28
Boston Red Sox placed RHP Steven Wright (Orleans, 2005) on the 15-day DL. Concussion.
Cleveland Indians sent 3B Chris Johnson (Hyannis, 2005) on a rehab assignment to Akron. Infected left index finger.
New York Yankees sent LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) outright to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Seattle Mariners optioned C Mike Zunino (Y-D, 2011) to Tacoma.
Seattle Mariners recalled C John Hicks (Harwich, 2010) from Tacoma.
Toronto Blue Jays claimed OF/1B Danny Dorn (Brewster, 2005) off waivers from Arizona, sent him to Buffalo.
 
08/27
Baltimore Orioles sent RHP Mike Wright (Harwich, 2010) on a rehab assignment to Norfolk. Left calf strain.
Colorado Rockies optioned RHP Tommy Kahnle (Bourne, 2010) to Albuquerque.
New York Yankees sent LF Dustin Ackley (Harwich, 2008) on a rehab assignment to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Right lumbar strain.
Texas Rangers recalled RHP Nick Martinez (Falmouth, 2011) from Round Rock.
 
08/26
Chicago Cubs placed C David Ross (Brewster, 1996) on the Family Medical Emergency Leave list.
Chicago White Sox released OF John Mayberry Jr. (Y-D, 2003).
New York Yankees designated LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) for assignment.
New York Yankees optioned RHP Nick Rumbelow (Wareham, 2012) to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Tampa Bay Rays placed C Curt Casali (Cotuit, 2010) on the 15-day DL. Strained left hamstring.

08/25
Arizona Diamondbacks sent 3B Phil Gosselin (Harwich, 2009) on a rehab assignment to Reno. Avulsion fracture in left thumb.
Los Angeles Dodgers placed 2B Johnny Giavotella (Harwich, 2006-07) on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 21. Unspecified illness.

08/24
Arizona Diamondbacks designated RF Danny Dorn (Brewster, 2005) for assignment.
Atlanta Braves designated RHP David Aardsma (Falmouth, 2002) for assignment.
Baltimore Orioles activated LF Steve Pearce (Cotuit, 2004) from the 15-day DL. Strained left oblique.
Chicago Cubs recalled 2B Tommy La Stella (Bourne, 2010) from Iowa.
Colorado Rockies recalled RHP Chad Bettis (Falmouth, 2008) from Albuquerque.
Colorado Rockies optioned RHP David Hale (Chatham, 2008) to Albuquerque.
New York Mets recalled LHP Jack Leathersich (Orleans, 2010-11) from Las Vegas, placed him on the 60-day DL. Left elbow injury.
New York Yankees LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) declined outright assignment, declared free agency and agreed to terms with on a one-year contract.
Oakland Athletics recalled 1B Max Muncy (Wareham, 2010-11) from Nashville.
Oakland Athletics placed RHP Kendall Graveman (Wareham, 2012) on the 15-day DL. Strained left oblique.

08/23
Arizona Diamondbacks recalled INF Matt Reynolds (Y-D, 2011) from Reno.
Boston Red Sox optioned RHP Matt Barnes (Wareham, 2009-10) to Pawtucket.
Colorado Rockies optioned RHP Brooks Brown (Chatham, 2005) to Albuquerque.
Houston Astros optioned OF Preston Tucker (Orleans, 2010) to Fresno.
Los Angeles Angels sent 3B Taylor Featherston (Brewster, 2010) on a rehab assignment to Salt Lake. Lower back tightness.
Seattle Mariners optioned RHP Danny Farquhar (Harwich, 2007) to Tacoma.
St. Louis Cardinals optioned LHP Tyler Lyons (Chatham, 2009) to Memphis.
Toronto Blue Jays optioned 1B Matt Hague (Falmouth, 2007) to Buffalo.

08/22
Baltimore Orioles sent LF Steve Pearce (Cotuit, 2004) on a rehab assignment to Bowie. Strained left oblique.
Detroit Tigers released 1B Marc Krauss (Harwich/Bourne, 2008).
Los Angeles Angels sent 3B Conor Gillaspie (Falmouth, 2007) outright to Salt Lake.
Los Angeles Angels optioned RHP Nick Tropeano (Cotuit, 2010) to Salt Lake.
Los Angeles Angels recalled INF Grant Green (Y-D, 2007; Chatham, 2008) from Salt Lake.
Minnesota Twins optioned RHP A.J. Achter (Cotuit, 2010) to Rochester.
New York Yankees designated LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) for assignment.
Oakland Athletics activated LHP Sean Doolittle (Harwich, 2005) from the 60-day DL. Strained left shoulder.
Oakland Athletics transferred 1B Ike Davis (Wareham, 2007) from the 15-day DL to the 60-day DL. Strained left hip.
San Francisco Giants optioned LF Ryan Lollis (Cotuit, 2007) to Sacramento.
Washington Nationals signed free agent 3B Scott Sizemore (Harwich, 2005) to a minor league contract.
Today’s MLB debuts:
CF Ryan LaMarre (Wareham, 2009), Cincinnati Reds, 0-for-5, 2 K, vs. Arizona
 
08/21
Los Angeles Dodgers activated 2B Chase Utley (Brewster, 1998; Cotuit, 1999).
Pittsburgh Pirates activated 3B Josh Harrison (Cotuit, 2007) from the 15-day DL. Right elbow sprain.
Seattle Mariners recalled LHP Rob Rasmussen (Orleans, 2008-09) from Tacoma.
Today’s MLB debuts:
CF Travis Jankowski (Bourne, 2010-11), San Diego Padres, 2-for-4, RBI, R, vs. St. Louis
 
08/20
Baltimore Orioles sent LF Steve Pearce (Cotuit, 2004) on a rehab assignment to GCL Orioles. Strained left oblique.
Baltimore Orioles signed free agent LHP Mike Belifore (Y-D, 2008) to a minor league contract.
Cincinnati Reds selected the contract of OF Ryan LaMarre (Wareham, 2009) from Louisville.
Colorado Rockies sent RHP Chad Bettis (Falmouth, 2008) on a rehab assignment to Albuquerque. Right elbow inflammation.
Houston Astros optioned RHP Josh Fields (Y-D, 2006) to Corpus Christi.
Los Angeles Angels recalled RHP Nick Tropeano (Cotuit, 2010) from Salt Lake.
Los Angeles Angels optioned RHP Mike Morin (Bourne, 2010-11) to Salt Lake.
Los Angeles Dodgers acquired 2B Chase Utley (Brewster, 1998; Cotuit, 1999) and cash from Philadelphia Phillies for two minor leaguers, RHP John Richy and INF/OF Darnell Sweeney.
Today’s MLB debuts:
2B Darnell Sweeney (Harwich, 2011), Philadelphia Phillies, 0-for-1, @ Miami
 
08/19
Atlanta Braves optioned 1B Joey Terdoslavich (Chatham, 2009) to Gwinnett.
Boston Red Sox released RHP Justin Masterson (Wareham, 2005).
Cincinnati Reds recalled RF Brennan Boesch (Brewster, 2005) from Louisville.
Detroit Tigers recalled RHP Drew VerHagen (Hyannis, 2010) from Toledo.
Oakland Athletics placed 1B Ike Davis (Wareham, 2007) on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 18. Strained left hip.
San Diego Padres selected the contract of OF Travis Jankowski (Bourne, 2010-11) from El Paso.
Tampa Bay Rays recalled RHP Matt Andriese (Cotuit, 2010) from Durham.
Texas Rangers optioned RHP Chi Chi Gonzalez (Y-D, 2012) to Round Rock.
 
08/18
Cleveland Indians activated 2B Jason Kipnis (Cotuit, 2008) from the 15-day DL. Sore right shoulder.
Cleveland Indians placed 3B Chris Johnson (Hyannis, 2005) on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 15. Left hand infection.
Los Angeles Angels designated 3B Conor Gillaspie (Falmouth, 2007) for assignment.
New York Mets placed RHP Bobby Parnell (Chatham, 2004) on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 17. Right shoulder tendinitis.
New York Mets recalled RHP Logan Verrett (Chatham, 2009-10) from Las Vegas.
New York Yankees optioned RHP Caleb Cotham (Brewster, 2008-09) to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
New York Yankees recalled RHP Nick Rumbelow (Wareham, 2012) from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
New York Yankees selected the contract LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
 
08/17
Arizona Diamondbacks sent 3B Phil Gosselin (Harwich, 2009) on a rehab assignment to Visalia. Avulsion fracture in left thumb.
Boston Red Sox optioned RHP Ryan Cook (Brewster, 2007) to Pawtucket.
Boston Red Sox recalled RHP Matt Barnes (Wareham, 2009-10) from Pawtucket.
Colorado Rockies activated RHP David Hale (Chatham, 2008) from the 15-day DL. Groin strain.
Miami Marlins placed RHP David Phelps (Falmouth, 2007) on the 15-day DL. Strained right forearm.
New York Yankees sent LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) outright to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
San Francisco Giants activated C Andrew Susac (Falmouth, 2010) from the 15-day DL. Sprained right thumb.
Seattle Mariners optioned LHP Rob Rasmussen (Orleans, 2008-09) to Tacoma.
Tampa Bay Rays optioned 3B Richie Shaffer (Chatham, 2011) to Durham.
Toronto Blue Jays recalled INF Matt Hague (Falmouth, 2007) from Buffalo.
 
08/16
Chicago White Sox activated RF J.B. Shuck (Cotuit, 2007) from the 15-day DL. Strained left hamstring.
Los Angeles Angels selected the contract of INF Ryan Jackson (Hyannis, 2007) from Salt Lake.
Los Angeles Angels placed INF Taylor Featherston (Brewster, 2010) on the 15-day DL. Upper back strain.
Los Angeles Angels recalled RHP Mike Morin (Bourne, 2010-11) from Salt Lake.
Miami Marlins placed RHP David Phelps (Falmouth, 2007) on the 15-day DL. Right elbow discomfort.
Minnesota Twins activated LHP Tommy Milone (Chatham, 2007) from the 15-day DL. Mild flexor strain.
New York Mets sent RHP Erik Goeddel (Brewster, 2009) on a rehab assignment to Binghamton. Strained right elbow.
 
08/15
Colorado Rockies sent RHP Chad Bettis (Falmouth, 2008) on a rehab assignment to New Britain. Right elbow inflammation.
Los Angeles Angels sent OF Colin Cowgill (Brewster, 2006; Y-D, 2007) on a rehab assignment to Salt Lake. Strained right wrist.
New York Yankees recalled RHP Caleb Cotham (Brewster, 2008-09) from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
New York Yankees designated LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) for assignment.
Seattle Mariners recalled RHP Danny Farquhar (Harwich, 2007) from Tacoma.
 
08/14
Atlanta Braves claimed RHP Danny Burawa (Harwich, 2010) off waivers from New York Yankees, assigned him to Gwinnett.
Boston Red Sox announced that manager John Farrell (Hyannis, 1982) will take a medical leave for treatment of stage one lymphoma.
Boston Red Sox placed LHP Steven Wright (Orleans, 2005) on the 7-day concussion list.
Milwaukee Brewers recalled RHP David Goforth (Brewster, 2009) from Colorado Springs.
 
 08/13
Chicago White Sox sent OF J.B. Shuck (Cotuit, 2007) on a rehab assignment to Charlotte. Left hamstring strain.
Cincinnati Reds optioned RHP Michael Lorenzen (Brewster, 2012) to Louisville.
Los Angeles Dodgers activated 3B Justin Turner (Y-D, 2005) from the 15-day DL. Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection.
Minnesota Twins activated LHP Tommy Milone (Chatham, 2007) from the 15-day DL. Mild flexor strain.
Minnesota Twins recalled RHP Tyler Duffey (Falmouth, 2011) from Rochester.
San Francisco Giants recalled OF Ryan Lollis (Cotuit, 2007) from Sacramento.
Texas Rangers optioned RHP Nick Martinez (Falmouth, 2011) to Round Rock.
Texas Rangers recalled RHP Chi Chi Gonzalez (Y-D, 2012) from Round Rock.
 
08/12
Los Angeles Angels sent OF Colin Cowgill (Brewster, 2006; Y-D, 2007) on a rehab assignment to Inland Empire. Strained right wrist.
New York Mets optioned C Kevin Plawecki (Hyannis, 2011) to Las Vegas.
New York Yankees selected the contract of LHP Chris Capuano (Cotuit, 1997-98; Bourne, 1999) from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Philadelphia Phillies optioned RHP David Buchanan (Brewster, 2010) to Lehigh Valley.
 
08/11
Boston Red Sox recalled RHP Ryan Cook (Brewster, 2007) from Pawtucket.
Boston Red Sox optioned SS Deven Marrero (Cotuit, 2010-11) to Pawtucket.
Chicago Cubs activated C David Ross (Brewster, 1996) from the bereavement list.
Chicago Cubs optioned INF Tommy La Stella (Bourne, 2010) to Iowa after activating him from the 60-day DL. Severe oblique strain.
Oakland Athletics sent LHP Sean Doolittle (Harwich, 2005) on a rehab assignment to Nashville. Left shoulder injury.
Pittsburgh Pirates sent 3B Josh Harrison (Cotuit, 2007) on a rehab assignment to Indianapolis. Torn thumb ligaments.
San Diego Padres sent C Tim Federowicz (Chatham, 2007) outright to El Paso.
San Diego Padres selected the contract of RHP Colin Rea (Hyannis, 2010) from El Paso.
San Francisco Giants sent C Andrew Susac (Falmouth, 2010) on a rehab assignment to San Jose. Sprained right thumb.
Today’s MLB debuts:
SP Colin Rea (Hyannis, 2010), San Diego Padres, 5 IP, 3 ER, 7 H, 4 K, 1 BB, W, vs. Cincinnati
 
08/10
Arizona Diamondbacks sent 3B Phil Gosselin (Harwich, 2009) on a rehab assignment to AZL D-backs. Avulsion fracture in left thumb.
Boston Red Sox signed free agent LHP Rich Hill (Chatham, 2000-01) to a minor league contract.
 
08/09
Boston Red Sox designated RHP Justin Masterson (Wareham, 2005) for assignment.
Toronto Blue Jays activated SS Cliff Pennington (Falmouth, 2004).
 
08/08
Atlanta Braves activated LF Nick Swisher (Wareham, 2000).
Atlanta Braves optioned OF Todd Cunningham (Falmouth, 2009) to Gwinnett.
Atlanta Braves activated CF Michael Bourn (Y-D, 2002).
Boston Red Sox recalled SS Deven Marrero (Cotuit, 2010-11) from Pawtucket.
Chicago Cubs placed C David Ross (Brewster, 1996) on the bereavement list.
Cleveland Indians optioned OF Tyler Holt (Cotuit, 2008) to Columbus.
Cleveland Indians activated 3B Chris Johnson (Hyannis, 2005).
Minnesota Twins sent C Eric Fryer (Harwich, 2006) outright to Rochester.
Minnesota Twins optioned RHP Tyler Duffey (Falmouth, 2011) to Rochester.
Minnesota Twins recalled RHP A.J. Achter (Cotuit, 2010) from Rochester.
Oakland Athletics sent LHP Sean Doolittle (Harwich, 2005) on a rehab assignment to Stockton. Left shoulder injury.
San Diego Padres optioned OF Alex Dickerson (Wareham, 2009-10) to El Paso.
Toronto Blue Jays acquired SS Cliff Pennington (Falmouth, 2004) and cash from Arizona Diamondbacks for SS Dawel Lugo.
 
08/07
Atlanta Braves traded 3B Chris Johnson (Hyannis, 2005) to Cleveland Indians for LF Nick Swisher (Wareham, 2000), CF Michael Bourn (Y-D, 2002) and cash.
Atlanta Braves recalled OF Todd Cunningham (Falmouth, 2009) from Gwinnett.
Chicago White Sox signed free agent OF John Mayberry Jr. (Y-D, 2003) to a minor league contract.
Minnesota Twins designated C Eric Fryer (Harwich, 2006) for assignment.
Philadelphia Phillies activated 2B Chase Utley (Brewster, 1998; Cotuit, 1999) from the 15-day DL. Inflammation of right ankle.
Pittsburgh Pirates sent RHP Vance Worley (Chatham, 2006) outright to Indianapolis.
St. Louis Cardinals recalled LHP Tyler Lyons (Chatham, 2009) from Memphis
 
08/06
Minnesota Twins recalled RHP A.J. Achter (Cotuit, 2010) from Rochester.
Minnesota Twins optioned RHP Tyler Duffey (Falmouth, 2011) to Rochester.
San Diego Padres recalled OF Alex Dickerson (Wareham, 2009-10) from El Paso.
Today’s MLB debuts:
LF Alex Dickerson (Wareham, 2009-10), San Diego Padres, 0-for-1, @ Milwaukee
 
08/05
Chicago White Sox signed free agent 2B Tony Thomas (Cotuit, 2006) to a minor league contract.
Detroit Tigers recalled LHP Matt Boyd (Orleans, 2011-12) from Toledo.
Houston Astros re-signed LHP Joe Thatcher (Bourne, 2003) to a minor league contract.
New York Yankees optioned Nick Rumbelow (Wareham, 2012) to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
New York Yankees designated RHP Danny Burawara (Harwich, 2010) for assignment.
Tampa Bay Rays optioned OF Mikie Mahtook (Harwich, 2010) to Durham.
Texas Rangers re-signed free agent RHP Ross Ohlendorf (Chatham, 2003) to a minor league contract.
Today’s MLB debuts:
SP Tyler Duffey (Falmouth, 2011), Minnesota Twins, 2 IP, 6 ER, 5 H, 1 K, @ Toronto
 
08/04
Atlanta Braves recalled OF Joey Terdoslavich (Chatham, 2009) from Gwinnett.
Cleveland Indians sent DH Nick Swisher (Wareham, 2000) on a rehab assignment to Columbus. Inflamed left knee.
New York Yankees recalled RHP Caleb Cotham (Brewster, 2008-09) from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
New York Yankees placed RF Dustin Ackley (Harwich, 2008) on the 15-day DL. Right lumbar strain.
Oakland Athletics optioned 1B Max Muncy (Wareham, 2010-11) to Nashville.
Oakland Athletics activated INF/OF Danny Valencia (Orleans, 2006)
Philadelphia Phillies sent 2B Chase Utley (Brewster, 1998; Cotuit, 1999) on a rehab assignment to Reading. Inflamed right ankle.
 
08/03
Baltimore Orioles recalled RHP Tyler Wilson (Hyannis, 2009-10) from Norfolk.
Boston Red Sox optioned RHP Ryan Cook (Brewster, 2007) to Pawtucket.
Chicago White Sox optioned RHP Scott Carroll (Falmouth, 2006) to Charlotte.
Cleveland Indians recalled LHP Kyle Crockett (Orleans, 2012) from Columbus.
Cleveland Indians placed 2B Jason Kipnis (Cotuit, 2008) on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 2. Right Shoulder Inflammation.
Miami Marlins placed RHP Carter Capps (Harwich, 2011) on the 15-day DL. Right elbow strain.
Oakland Athletics claimed INF/OF Danny Valencia (Orleans, 2006) off waivers from Toronto Blue Jays.
San Francisco Giants placed 2B Joe Panik (Y-D, 2010) on the 15-day DL. Lower back inflammation.
Tampa Bay Rays selected the contract of 1B/3B Richie Shaffer (Chatham, 2011) from Durham.
Texas Rangers signed free agent RHP Dallas Gallant (Hyannis, 2010) to a minor league contract.
Toronto Blue Jays claimed RHP Ben Rowen (Cotuit, 2009) off waivers from Chicago Cubs and optioned him to Buffalo.
Today’s MLB debuts:
3B Richie Shaffer (Chatham, 2011), Tampa Bay Rays, 0-for-2, 1 BB, 2 K, @ Chicago White Sox
 
08/02
Boston Red Sox activated RHP Ryan Cook (Brewster, 2007).
New York Mets sent RHP Erik Goeddel (Brewster, 2009) on a rehab assignment to St. Lucie. Strained right elbow.
Philadelphia Phillies sent 2B Chase Utley (Brewster, 1998; Cotuit, 1999) on a rehab assignment to Lehigh Valley.
Minnesota Twins placed LHP Tommy Milone (Chatham, 2007) on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 1. Mild flexor strain.
Minnesota Twins selected the contract of RHP Tyler Duffey (Falmouth, 2011) from Rochester.
Oakland Athletics optioned RHP R.J. Alvarez (Bourne, 2010-11) to Nashville.
Tampa Bay Rays recalled Mikie Mahtook (Harwich, 2010) from Durham. 
 
08/01
Baltimore Orioles placed RHP Mike Wright (Harwich, 2010) on the 15-day DL. Strained left calf.
Boston Red Sox recalled INF Travis Shaw (Bourne, 2010) from Pawtucket.
Chicago White Sox recalled RHP Scott Carroll (Falmouth, 2006) from Charlotte.
Chicago White Sox placed RF J.B. Shuck (Cotuit, 2007) on the 15-day DL. Strained left hamstring.
New York Yankees recalled RHP Nick Rumbelow (Wareham, 2012) from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
San Diego Padres designated C Tim Federowicz (Chatham, 2007) for assignment.
Tampa Bay Rays optioned OF Mikie Mahtook (Harwich, 2010) to Durham.
Toronto Blue Jays designated INF/OF Danny Valencia (Orleans, 2006) for assignment.