MLB Teams Cut Ties With Multiple Pitchers, Outfielder Amid Playoff Battles

Several Major League Baseball teams have recently made roster moves involving players designated for assignment (DFA) as the season nears its end. The Arizona Diamondbacks DFA'd right-handed pitcher Nabil Crismatt, who had a 3.71 ERA in 34 innings this season, signaling an early start to his free agency as the team missed the playoffs again. The Baltimore Orioles claimed rookie pitcher Dom Hamel off waivers from the Mets but DFA'd him within five days, making him available for other teams amid their efforts to bolster pitching. Meanwhile, the New York Mets, fighting to hold onto the final National League Wild Card spot, have designated outfielder Jose Siri for assignment after a season marred by injury and poor batting performance, activating Tyrone Taylor from the injured list in a corresponding move. Siri, known for his defense but limited offensive production, played only 16 games for the Mets this season with a .063 batting average. These moves reflect teams' strategic adjustments as the regular season concludes and the postseason approaches.