Minnesota Twins

Mickey Gasper has been designated for assignment by the Minnesota Twins. The move was made to allow Vidal Brujan, whom the Twins claimed off of waivers, on to the 40-man roster. (Source: Dan Hayes on X)

Fantasy Impact: Gasper has been in professional baseball since being drafted by the Yankees in the 2018 MLB Draft. He broke into the majors in 2024 with the Red Sox and then played 45 games in Minnesota last season. Gasper has slashed .133/.250/.195 in 133 plate appearances at the big league level, but has fared much better in the minors, slashing .276/.391/.459 in more than 1,800 plate appearances. Teams looking for catching depth could take a look at acquiring Gasper.

Tyler Beede has signed a minor league deal with the Chicago Cubs. The righthander will presumably be invited to spring training. (Source: Ari Alexander on X)

Fantasy Impact: Beede last pitched in the majors in 2024 when he appeared in 13 games for the Guardians and posted an 8.36 ERA in 14 innings. Last season, Beede started in the Twins' organization but was released in June. He finished the year in independent ball followed by a brief stint in the Mexican League. Beede has pitched parts of five seasons in the majors and has a 5.55 career ERA in 201 innings. He will likely fill organizational depth in either Double-A or Triple-A.