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PIT • Infielder • #63
about 2 months ago
Simon fortifies Pittsburgh’s bench depth heading into next season after being non-tendered last month. The 25-year-old former prospect hit .234/.299/.273 with seven RBI and one steal in 27 games this past season between the Pirates and Marlins. He figures to have a decent shot at making the club’s season-opening roster in a versatile utility role.
LAA • Infielder • #63
4 months ago
Minasian did note that he would prefer to do it as quickly as possible, but wouldn’t give any sort of timeline or self-imposed deadline on when he wanted it to be done by. With so many managerial vacancies around the league, those who act quick will have access to a much larger and more qualified pool of candidates. The Rangers already struck first by hiring Skip Schumaker on Friday.
Source: Jeff Fletcher
LAA • Infielder • #63
4 months ago
It’s now official that Washington’s tenure in Los Angeles is over following a team statement. The 73-year-old skipper took a leave of absence in late June to undergo a quadruple bypass procedure and never returned. He went 135-189 (.417) in his two seasons at the helm in his first managerial opportunity since leading the Rangers for eight years from 2007-2014.
Source: Los Angeles Angels
LAA • Infielder • #63
4 months ago
A clean slate is probably best here. It’s rough that Washington loses his job after heart surgery, but given how he performed in 2024, bringing him back for 2025 was a mistake prior to the health problems.
Source: Sam Blum
PIT • Infielder • #63
5 months ago
Simon hits the shelf after suffering a significant shoulder injury during Friday’s series opener against the Red Sox. The 25-year-old infielder is a virtual lock to miss the final month of the season. It’ll be intriguing prospect Cam Devanney coming up from Triple-A Indianapolis to take his roster spot.
PIT • Infielder • #63
5 months ago
The 25-year-old appeared to dislocate his shoulder while diving headfirst into home plate to score a run in the eighth inning. He’s undergoing additional evaluation and the Pirates will provide an update on his status as soon as more information becomes available.
Source: Pittsburgh Pirates
PIT • Infielder • #63
5 months ago
The versatile 25-year-old was just optioned back to Triple-A on Tuesday, but he’ll return with Jack Suwinski (groin) landing on the injured list on Friday. Simon has hit .233/.250/.267 with zero homers, seven RBI and one stolen base in 88 plate appearances between the Marlins and Pirates this season.
PIT • Infielder • #63
5 months ago
Simon was apparently good enough to start in an outfield corner and bat leadoff in seven of his 11 games on the Pirates’ roster, but now he’s right back where he was before Oneil Cruz got hurt. He hit .233/.250/.267 in 32 plate appearances.
LAA • Infielder • #63
6 months ago
Washington took a leave of absence in late June due to health concerns with Ray Montgomery taking over as the Angels interim manager. The 73-year-old told reporters he underwent a quadruple bypass earlier this summer. The iconic skipper plans to continue managing and will return to the helm next season after making an effort to quit smoking and improve his diet. We’re relieved that he’s healthy and feeling better following the major procedure. His presence should help stabilize the Angels next season.
Source: Rhett Bollinger
PIT • Infielder • #63
6 months ago
Simon is up with Oneil Cruz on the concussion injured list. The 25-year-old was claimed off waivers from the Marlins in August, and will likely work in a reserve role while with Pittsburgh.
PIT • Infielder • #63
6 months ago
Simon gained recognition earlier this year for his visible showing of emotions during a three-error inning for the Marlins. He was unfortunately designated for assignment shortly after; however, the Pirates claimed him off waivers and moved him to the outfield, where he has taken off. In 47 games at Triple-A for the Pirates, Simon is hitting .299/.390/.460 with seven home runs, 30 RBI, 31 runs, and 23 steals. Yes, 23 steals in 47 games. The Pirates don’t really have room since they shockingly didn’t trade Tommy Pham at the deadline, but Simon is only 25 years old, so maybe he gets a look next season.
LAA • Infielder • #63
7 months ago
Ray Montgomery will continue to function as the team’s manager in Washington’s stead while Ryan Goins will serve as the team’s bench coach. We continue to wish the Angels’ skipper the best in whatever it is that he’s going through and hope to see him back on the diamond as soon as possible.
Source: Bill Shaikin
LAA • Infielder • #63
7 months ago
Ray Montgomery will continue to function as the team’s interim manager in Washington’s stead while Ryan Goins will serve as the team’s bench coach. We continue to wish the Angels’ skipper the best in whatever it is that he’s going through and hope to see him back on the diamond as soon as possible.
Source: Bill Shaikin
LAA • Infielder • #63
8 months ago
Washington remains in the building on Friday night, but will be watching from the suites. Bench coach Ray Montgomery is taking over as the team’s acting manager while Washington is away. We’re wishing the Angels’ skipper the best in whatever it is that he’s going through and we hope to see him back on the diamond as soon as possible.
Source: Sam Blum
LAA • Infielder • #63
8 months ago
Washington will still be in the building on Friday night, watching from the suites. Bench coach Ray Montgomery will take over as the team’s acting manager while Washington is away. I think I speak for everyone when I say that we wish the Angels’ skipper the best in whatever it is that he’s going through and we hope to see him back on the diamond as soon as possible.
Source: Sam Blum
PIT • Infielder • #63
8 months ago
The Pirates already have three middle infielders at Indianapolis and on the 40-man (Tsung-Che Cheng, Nick Yorke and Liover Peguero) that they don’t currently rate as good enough to help them even with Nick Gonzales and Enmanuel Valdez out, but let’s make it four. Simon, 25, was DFA’d by the Marlins after hitting .234/.327/.277 in 56 PA in his major league debut. He’s hit a solid .288/.367/.436 in 177 career games in Triple-A, but he just doesn’t have much of a ceiling beyond being a decent 26th man.
FLA • Infielder • #63
8 months ago
It’s unfortunate that this comes so soon after the three-error inning, but Simon wasn’t long for the majors regardless. It’s just a little surprising that he’s being DFA’d in favor of Jack Winkler instead of simply being sent down once Xavier Edwards returns. Simon, 25, hit .234/.327/.277 in 56 plate appearances for the Marlins.
FLA • Infielder • #63
10 months ago
Simon was a notable prospect a couple years ago in Tampa Bay’s system, which probably explains why former Rays executive turned Miami front office architect Peter Bendix brought him in a couple months ago on a minor league deal. He’ll replace an injured Griffin Conine (shoulder) on the Marlins active roster.