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The Rangers released veteran reliever Ryan Brasier from their Triple-A affiliate, per the transaction log at MiLB.com. Brasier had been pitching well and was cut loose on June 1, which suggests there may have been an opt-out date in his contract with Texas.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 29

Why Rangers Bringing Back Veteran Reliever Could Matter in Future

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Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Rangers Re-Sign Ryan Brasier To Minor League Deal

The Rangers have re-signed right-hander Ryan Brasier, according to the transactions tracker on Brasier’s MLB.com profile page. Brasier had previously signed with Rangers back in February but was released just prior to Opening Day.

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Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Rangers Release Ryan Brasier

The Rangers announced that right-hander Ryan Brasier has been released from his minor league contract. As an Article XX(B) free agent, Brasier could use the first of three opt-out dates if Texas didn’t add him to its 40-man roster this weekend, and the Rangers have apparently chosen to let Brasier explore his options elsewhere.

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Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 7

Rangers signing 2-time World Series champion

The Texas Rangers finalized a minor-league agreement with veteran right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier, MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo reported Friday. The deal includes a non-roster invitation to Major League spring training, according to the Dallas Morning News’ Evan Grant, allowing Brasier to compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 6

Cubs Former Standout Reliever Inks Contract with American League Contender

The Chicago Cubs have seen a piece of their bullpen from the 2025 season depart for a new team. As first reported by Chris Cotillo of MassLive, veteran right-hander Ryan Brasier is signing with the Texas Rangers on a minor league deal which contains an invite to spring training, where he will compete for a spot on the big league roster.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6

Rangers Finalizing Deal With Ryan Brasier

The Rangers are finalizing a deal with right-hander Ryan Brasier, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com. It’d be a homecoming for the ALIGND Sports client, who was born in Wichita Falls, Texas and attended college in Weatherford, just 40 miles west of Arlington.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 20, 2025

Cubs Turn to Ryan Brasier as Opener in Monday’s Bullpen Game

This comes after a tough 6-1 loss to the Red Sox on Sunday, where the bats went quiet and the bullpen was forced to eat innings after Jameson Taillon left early.

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Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / May 23, 2025

Cubs Activate Ryan Brasier From IL, Option Ethan Roberts

The Chicago Cubs have announced that reliever Ryan Brasier is returning from the injured list after missing two months. The news was announced before

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Chicago Cubs Veteran Reliever Hits Another Milestone in Return from Injury

If the Chicago Cubs want to win a World Series, it helps to have players that have done it before. Enter Ryan Brasier. After the Los Angeles Dodgers designated him for assignment in January, they traded him to the Chicago Cubs for a player to be named later or cash.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 13, 2025

Ryan Brasier Received 2024 Dodgers World Series Ring From Former Bullpen Teammates

The Los Angeles Dodgers hosting the Chicago Cubs for a three-game series this weekend marked Ryan Brasier’s first time at Dodger Stadium since being traded in February.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 1, 2025

Cubs Pitcher Among Those Frustrated With A's Ballpark Situation

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Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / March 27, 2025

Cubs Recall Eli Morgan, Ryan Brasier Heads to Injured List

The Chicago Cubs are already recalling middle-reliever Eli Morgan, with setup man Ryan Brasier set to start the season on the injured list with a groin strain. Morgan was optioned to Triple-A Iowa last Thursday after tossing a scoreless outing against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Tokyo series.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 11, 2025

Ryan Brasier 'Surprised' That Dodgers Traded Him This Offseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers traded Ryan Brasier to the Chicago Cubs in order to make room for the newly-signed Kirby Yates. When the Dodgers initially designated Brasier for assignment, it came as a shock given the defending champions had trusted him to open Game 4 of the NLDS against the San Diego Padres just four months prior.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 11, 2025

Former Dodgers Reliever Ryan Brasier Speaks Out Following Trade to Cubs

The Los Angeles Dodgers made an influx of bullpen moves this offseason, leading to Ryan Brasier being designated for assignment and later traded to the Chicago Cubs for cash considerations and a potential player to be named later. He was a reliable bullpen piece with Los Angeles and a key piece in their dominant bullpen this past postseason.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / February 6, 2025

Ryan Brasier on trade to Cubs: ‘I’m really excited to be in Chicago’

As the Los Angeles Dodgers continued building a superteam, Ryan Brasier became expendable. Boxed in by a lack of flexibility in their reliever group, they designated Brasier for assignment last Thursday.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / February 5, 2025

Cubs capitalize on the Dodgers greed in Ryan Brasier trade

The Chicago Cubs, through patience and timing, have capitalized on the Los Angeles Dodgers greed as they acquired reliever Ryan Brasier via trade. He has been excellent over the past two seasons, evidenced by a 1.89 ERA, and should be a high leverage relief option for manager Craig Counsell.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / February 5, 2025

Cubs acquire RHP Ryan Brasier from Dodgers

After an offseason of additions, the Los Angeles Dodgers subtracted a player on Tuesday, dealing right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier to the Chicago Cubs.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5, 2025

Cubs land two-time World Series winner in trade with Dodgers

The Chicago Cubs on Tuesday added another veteran piece to the team’s pitching staff.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 13, 2024

Ryan Brasier Transferred To 60-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred Ryan Brasier to the 60-day injured list as the corresponding move for a minor trade they made on Thursday for some pitching depth.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 1, 2024

Dodgers Reliever 'Felt a Blow-Up' in Calf, Will Be Out a While

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Ryan Brasier was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right calf strain, retroactive to April 28. After he addressed his injury with reporters, it sounded as if the veteran reliever will be out longer than anticipated.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29, 2024