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The Mets acquired James Loney on Saturday afternoon:
Loney, 32, was released by the Rays after not making the team in spring training and signed a minor-league deal with San Diego on April 8. His deal included a provision that would allow him to leave El Paso for any major-league opportunities, with the Padres having the right of first refusal if they wanted him on their major-league roster.
St. Louis designated Ruben Tejada for assignment.
The White Sox and Padres are discussing a trade involving James Shields:
The White Sox, who currently sit in first place in the AL Central with a 27-22 record, have indicated that they plan to be aggressive in trade talks, even with the non-waiver deadline more than two full months away. San Diego has been willing to shop Shields since last summer, with the Red Sox and Cubs among other teams with reported interest.
Chicago isn't the only team interested in Shields:
white sox are among teams that have talked about james shields, as @sdutdennislin reported. not certain of chances.
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) May 28, 2016
Salvador Perez is set for an MRI tomorrow:
Salvador Perez has a quad contusion. He'll have an MRI tomorrow. No structural damage to knee, Yost says.
— Rustin Dodd (@rustindodd) May 28, 2016
Matt Garza has a specific return date in mind:
Garza says he's scheduled to begin a rehab assignment for Class A Wisconsin on Tuesday. He's targeting June 14 for first Brewers start.
— Adam McCalvy (@AdamMcCalvy) May 28, 2016
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