US EditionFormer first round pick Triston McKenzie designated for assignment by Cleveland Guardians
- Cleveland designated pitcher Triston McKenzie for assignment on Monday before facing the Yankees.
- McKenzie, a former first-round pick, struggled with injuries and performance since 2022.
- McKenzie's ERA was 11.12 in four appearances this year; he last pitched on April 16.
- Manager Vogt noted the difficulty finding innings for McKenzie, saying it led to the decision.
- To fill McKenzie's spot, Cleveland called up right-hander Zak Kent from Triple-A Columbus.
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Guardians designate former top pick Triston McKenzie for assignment, add right-handed pitcher
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Guardians designated former first-round pick Triston McKenzie for assignment Monday prior to their series opener against the Yankees at Progressive Field.
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Former first round pick Triston McKenzie designated for assignment by Cleveland Guardians
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Cleveland Guardians DFA Former Star Pitcher
The Cleveland Guardians designated right-hander Triston McKenzie for assignment on Monday, a significant shift for a pitcher once viewed as a cornerstone of their rotation. McKenzie, 27, posted an 11.12 ERA over just 5.2 innings in four relief appearances this season after being moved to the bullpen during spring training. Once among the sport’s most promising young arms, his career has been derailed by injuries to his shoulder and elbow that li…
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