MLB Baseball 3h Briefing
×Last updated: March 21, 2026, 5:30 PM ET
MLB Roster Moves & Transactions
Major League Baseball clubs finalized several defensive adjustments just ahead of the season's kickoff, with pitching depth being a primary focus for teams seeking immediate bullpen solutions. The Rangers granted release to veteran reliever Ryan Brasier, who previously spent time with both the Red Sox and Cubs organizations, signaling a shift in Texas's late-inning options just as the Nationals also cut right-hander Drew Smith from his minor league arrangement. In contrast, the New York Yankees confirmed that 34-year-old veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk successfully secured his spot on the Opening Day roster, providing immediate pop to the lineup. Meanwhile, Austin Slater, having failed to secure a position on the Tigers' primary roster, has exercised his release clause in his minor league agreement, making him available to other organizations looking for outfield depth following the initial cuts.