Week In Review: 4/9/16 – 4/15/16

Here’s a look back at the past week at MLBTR.

Key Moves

• The Rangers signed third baseman Adrian Beltre to a two-year extension. They also promoted top outfield prospect Nomar Mazara.
• The Giants extended first baseman Brandon Belt through 2021.

Trades

• Cubs – acquired P Giovanni Soto from Indians for cash considerations
• Dodgers – acquired UT Zach Walters and OF James Ramsey from Indians for cash considerations

Claimed

• Orioles – P Scott McGough (from Marlins)
• Marlins – P Eric Jokisch (from Cubs)
• Angels – P Danny Reynolds (from Astros)

Designated For Assignment

• Blue Jays – P Arnold Leon (link)
• Pirates – 1B Michael Morse (link)

Outrighted

• Braves – P Jose Ramirez (link)
• Pirates – SS Pedro Florimon (link)
• Brewers – P Ariel Pena (link)
• Rangers – OF Justin Ruggiano (link)
• Reds – 1B/OF Brandon Allen (link)

Returned

• Padres – P Josh Martin (to Indians)

Released

• Braves – OF Michael Bourn (link)
• Pirates – P John Holdzkom (link)

Key Minor League Signings

• Pirates – P Justin Masterson (link)
• Twins – OF David Murphy (link)
• Giants – P Alex Torres (link)
• Yankees – 1B/OF Nick Swisher (link)
• Red Sox – P Wesley Wright (link)
• Braves – UT Emilio Bonifacio (re-signed)