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The Nationals announced that they have claimed right-hander George Soriano off waivers from the Braves. Atlanta designated him for assignment earlier this week when they claimed José Suarez off waivers from the Orioles.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / January 29

Why the Guardians Should Reunite With This Recently Released Young Pitcher

The Cleveland Guardians may have a chance to snag another former Guardian this offseason. On Wednesday, Jan. 28, the Washington Nationals decided to claim shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the New York Mets to bolster the infield.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28

Nationals Claim Tsung-Che Cheng, Designate Konnor Pilkington

The Nationals announced Wednesday that they’ve claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Mets. Left-hander Konnor Pilkington has been designated for assignment to create space on the 40-man roster.

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21

Mets Designate Tsung-Che Cheng For Assignment

The Mets announced today that infielder Tsung-Che Cheng has been designated for assignment. That is the corresponding move to open a 40-man spot for right-hander Luis García, whose signing is now official.

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Just hours after the Bo Bichette news broke, the New York Mets added another infielder to their organization. On Friday afternoon, the Mets announced that they had claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 16

Rays Infielder Recently Designated for Assignment Claimed by Mets

The Tampa Bay Rays have been active in recent days, making some moves and reshaping their roster. Multiple trades have been made in the last week, which have led to transactions needing to be made with their 40-man roster to make room for arrivals.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16

Mets Claim Tsung-Che Cheng

The Mets claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Rays, per announcements from both clubs. Tampa Bay designated Cheng for assignment last week.

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Rays Claim Tsung-Che Cheng

The Rays announced Thursday morning that they have claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Pirates. The Bucs designated him for assignment last month.

MLB News / DRaysBay / January 7

Rays claim INF Tsung-Che Cheng from the Pirates

The Tampa Bay Rays have claimed Taiwanese INF Tsung-Che Cheng from the Pirates, filling the final open slot on the 40-man roster. Interestingly, Cheng was designated for assignment to make room for Brandon Lowe, making him a sort of final piece of the trade.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 19

Pirates Designate Marco Luciano, Tsung-Che Cheng For Assignment

The Pirates are designating outfielder Marco Luciano and infielder Tsung-Che Cheng for assignment, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. Pittsburgh needed to open two spots on the 40-man roster after this morning’s three-team trade that netted Brandon Lowe, Mason Montgomery and Jake Mangum.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / April 8

Pirates call up SS Tsung-Che Cheng

How will Cheng help the Pirates? With Jared Triolo landing on the 10-Day IL with a lower back injury, 23-year-old shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng gets his first call to the show from Triple-A Indianapolis.

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Pirates Place Gold Glove Infielder on IL, Recall No. 17 Prospect

The Pirates are placing infielder Jared Triolo on the injured list and recalling shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng from Triple-A Indianapolis. Alex Stumpf was the first to break the news on Monday afternoon.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 7

Pirates to promote Tsung-Che Cheng

The Pirates are going to promote infielder Tsung-Che Cheng to the majors, reports Alex Stumpf of MLB.com. He is already on the 40-man roster but will be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / March 7

One Prospect Off to Needed Strong Start at Pirates Spring Training

One of the benefits of spring training to a player coming off a down year is that it serves as blank slate, a turn of the page if you will. Players who didn’t perform well the previous year get a chance to implement adjustments they made during the offseason to generate better results.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / January 10, 2025

Pirates All 40: Prospect Tsung-Che Cheng Needs Rebound After Down Year

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster . Tsung-Che Cheng was one of two prospects the Pittsburgh Pirates added to their 40-man roster last offseason to protect from the Rule 5 draft.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / December 5, 2024

Pirates Prospect Update: Is Tsung-Che Cheng ready for Pittsburgh?

It’s only a matter of time for the top Taiwanese prospect. On this edition of the Pirates’ Prospect Update series, we take a look at where Tsung-Che Cheng is at in his career and if he’s ready to make the jump to Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 18, 2024

Prospect Protection Deadline: Do Pirates Add Anyone to 40-Man Roster?

The deadline to protect prospects eligible for the Rule 5 Draft is Tuesday at 6 p.m. ET and the Pittsburgh Pirates have some decisions to make. Players

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / October 21, 2024

Pirates Top 30 Prospects No. 20: After Good Start to Career, Tsung-Che Cheng Struggles in ‘24

This is one in a series of stories breaking down PBN’s Top 30 Pittsburgh Pirates prospects. For most of his career after the Pittsburgh Pirates signed him as an amateur free agent for $380,000 out of Taiwan, Tsung-Che Cheng continued to see his stock rise.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / September 23, 2024

Pirates Minor League Report: Mike Burrows Ends Season On High Note

Triple-A Indianapolis concluded the Pirates’ minor league season on Sunday with a 9-4 win over the St. Paul Saints. Although he allowed three earned runs, Pirates’ No.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / August 8, 2024

Pirates Minor League Report: Cheng, White Hit Homers

Pirates’ affiliates won two games on Wednesday, highlighted by homers from highly-ranked prospects like Tsung-Che Cheng and Lonnie White Jr. Triple-A Indianapolis defeated the Nashville Sounds 4-3 in ten innings, with Billy Cook and Edward Olivares each notching doubles.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / June 11, 2024

Pirates Minor League Updates: Johnson, Cheng Break Out; Ashcraft K’s 12

This is one in a weekly update on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ top 10 prospects. Pittsburgh Pirates position player prospects have largely struggled this season, but Termarr Johnson and Tsung-Che Cheng broke out with big weeks.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / February 28, 2024

Pirates Spring Game Recap: Cheng, Joe Homers Not Enough in Loss to Tigers

Tsung-Che Cheng and Connor Joe each hit home runs, but the Pittsburgh Pirates were defeated 5-3 by the Detroit Tigers at LECOM Park on Wednesday. Cheng’s two-run home run to center field in the bottom of the third broke a scoreless tie.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 23, 2024

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 9, 2024

Pirates prospect update: Shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng

With more stars emerging out of the Pacific, the Pirates may have their own in Tsung-Che Cheng. On this edition of the Pirates’ Prospect Update, we break down the game and journey for Tsung-Che Cheng who many believe will be a must-watch player this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / December 1, 2023

Pirates All 40: What Challenges Will Triple-A Present to Tsung-Che Cheng?

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster. On July 2, 2019, the Pittsburgh Pirates signed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng as an amateur free agent.