Diamondbacks trade Taylor Rashi to Twins for cash considerations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 4:15 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks traded right-handed pitcher Taylor Rashi to the Minnesota Twins for cash considerations on June 9. Rashi, designated for assignment last week, made his MLB debut in August 2025 and recorded a 5.40 ERA in 20.0 innings with Arizona. Despite struggles in the majors, he showed promise in Triple-A Reno, where he had a 1.03 ERA in 26.1 innings. This move is part of the Diamondbacks' strategy to adjust their roster as they pursue competitive depth.
- •Rashi was designated for assignment prior to the trade.
- •He contributed to the Diamondbacks' bullpen amid injuries last season.
- •Rashi ended his time in Arizona with a 1.40 WHIP.
- •He recorded one of 17 saves for the Diamondbacks in 2025.
- •The trade adds cash flexibility for the Diamondbacks.
- 4:15 AMYahoo Sports — D-Backs deal RHP Taylor Rashi to Twins for cash considerations
"PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continued to reshape their organizational depth Monday, trading right-handed pitcher Taylor Rashi to the Minnesota Twins. According to Arizona Central’s Nick Piecoro, Rashi will be sent to the Twins for cash considerations after recently being designated for assignment last week.
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