Availability
Velasquez agreed to a minor-league contract with Chicago on Tuesday. He posted a 3.42 ERA with 95 strikeouts and 50 walks across 81.2 innings at Triple-A Columbus last season before finishing the year with the Lotte Giants in Korea.
Fantasy Impact
Velasquez was briefly called up to the majors by Cleveland in 2025 but did not make an appearance before being sent back down. The signing provides organizational pitching depth at Triple-A Iowa.
The Guardians sent RHP Vince Velasquez outright to Triple-A Columbus.
Fantasy Impact
Velasquez went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment. He will remain in the Guardians organization.
The Guardians have designated Vince Velasquez for assignment.
Fantasy Impact
Velasquez did not make an appearance for the Guardians and will lose his spot to Matt Festa. The veteran will hit the waiver wire.
The Guardians signed Vince Velasquez to a minor league contract.
Fantasy Impact
The deal includes an invite to spring training. Velasquez will compete in camp for a spot on the Opening Day roster for Cleveland. The veteran did not pitch last season.
Vince Velasquez was placed on the 15-day IL with right elbow inflammation Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Velasquez left his Thursday start early after experiencing discomfort in his elbow. Fantasy managers should expect the Pirates to provide further updates during the IL stint and determine if a rehab assignment will be needed.