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  • Optioned to Memphis
    The Cardinals optioned Roycroft to Triple-A Memphis on Thursday

    Advice: Roycroft has done a decent job in the majors since being called back up to St. Louis on June 4, allowing just one run in 8.2 innings. However, he'll be sent back down to Triple-A in favor of Adam Kloffenstein, as the Cardinals look to keep their bullpen stocked with fresh arms. Rotowire.com 15 minutes ago
     
  • Dan Altavilla lands on 15-day IL
    Royals placed RHP Dan Altavilla on the 15-day IL with a right oblique strain.

    Advice: Altavilla was struggling with the Royals, posting a 14.73 ERA in 3 2/3 innings this season. There is no timeline for his return, but he does have a career 4.03 ERA in 119 MLB appearances so he might still prove useful for the Royals later in the season. Steven Cruz was called up in a corresponding move. Rotoworld 17 minutes ago
     
  • To IL with strained oblique
    The Royals placed Altavilla on the 15-day injured list Thursday with a right oblique strain, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

    Advice: The reliever was injured during an appearance in Wednesday's game against the Athletics. It's not clear how long Altavilla might be sidelined, but often oblique strains result in longer than minimum stays on the IL. Rotowire.com 41 minutes ago
     
  • Recalled from Triple-A
    The Royals recalled Cruz from Triple-A Omaha on Thursday.

    Advice: With Dan Altavilla (oblique) headed for the injured list, the Royals will bring up Cruz to help replenish their bullpen depth. The 25-year-old has spent all season with Omaha, posting a 4.50 ERA and 1.42 WHIP through 26 innings. He allowed seven earned runs through 12.2 frames during his time in the majors last season and will likely only be used during low-leverage situations. Rotowire.com 44 minutes ago
     
  • Next steps identified
    Muller (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Sunday, MLB.com reports.

    Advice: The left-hander began a throwing program June 6, and he appears to be progressing through it without setbacks. If all goes well with Sunday's bullpen session, Muller is slated to head out for a rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas at some point during the following week. Rotowire.com Today, 9:52 am
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  • Gets ninth hold Wednesday
    McFarland recorded his ninth hold in a win over the Royals on Wednesday, retiring the only batter he faced.

    Advice: McFarland closed out the sixth inning for Luis Medina by retiring Adam Frazier on a flyout to left that left Nick Loftin stranded at first base. The veteran southpaw reliever has been outstanding since early May, recording a 1.17 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and four holds across 15.1 innings over his last 18 appearances. However, the fact he's typically used in middle relief usually limits McFarland to the occasional hold opportunity and therefore limits his fantasy appeal. Rotowire.com Today, 8:59 am
     
  • Yankees move on from reliever Clayton Andrews
    Yankees designated LHP Clayton Andrews for assignment

    Advice: After signing LHP Tim Hill, the Yankees needed a spot on the 40-man roster, which meant moving on from Andrews. The 27-year-old allowed a solo home run while getting just one out in MLB action this year and also had a 5.84 ERA in 24 2/3 innings at Triple-A as well. Rotoworld Today, 8:15 am
     
  • Yankees sign reliever Tim Hill
    Yankees signed LHP Tim Hill.

    Advice: Hill was designated for assignment by the White Sox last Wednesday and was subsequently released after posting a 5.87 ERA, 2.22 WHIP, and 13/10 K/BB ratio across 23 innings (27 appearances) this season with the White Sox. The Yankees bullpen is banged up right now, so Hill will be a welcome addition as a healthy arm. Rotoworld Today, 7:55 am
     
  • Departs 40-man roster
    The Yankees designated Andrews for assignment Thursday.

    Advice: The transaction frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of lefty reliever Tim Hill, who was signed to a big-league contract. Andrews has allowed 11 earned runs in just 3.2 frames during his brief time in the majors. Rotowire.com Today, 7:52 am