Jose Azocar: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Outfielder José Azocar elected free agency after being outrighted by the Braves, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Atlanta designated him for assignment on Monday when Stuart Fairchild returned from the injured list.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16

Braves activate Stuart Fairchild, DFA Jose Azocar

The Braves announced this morning that they’ve activated outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the injured list. Outfielder Jose Azocar was designated for assignment to make room for Fairchild on the active roster.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 30

Braves transfer AJ Smith-Shawver to 60-day IL

The Braves announced this morning that they’ve selected the contract of outfielder Jose Azocar to the major league roster. Azocar just elected free agency a two days ago after being outrighted by the Mets.

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 24

Mets designate Genesis Cabrera, Jose Azocar for assignment

The Mets designated lefty reliever Génesis Cabrera and outfielder José Azocar for assignment. That clears a pair of active roster spots for Brandon Waddell and Jared Young, each of whom were recalled from Triple-A Syracuse.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / April 30

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

Mets select contract of outfielder Jose Azocar

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27

Mets to designate Alexander Canario, Jose Azocar for assignment

The Mets will designate outfielders Alexander Canario and Jose Azocar for assignment today, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. It was already reported earlier in the week that Canario didn’t make the club and likely would be removed from the 40-man roster.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 5, 2024

New York Mets Claim Speedy Outfielder From NL Contender

With just 22 games left in a heated NL Wild Card race, the New York Mets added some depth from a rival NL contender. On Thursday, the Mets announced a series of transactions including acquiring speedy outfielder Jose Azocar off of waivers from the San Diego Padres.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 2, 2024

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 6, 2024

Mike Shildt Says 2024 is a Big Opportunity for Jose Azocar

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