Phillies designate No. 13 prospect Jean Cabrera for assignment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 4:08 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies designated right-handed pitcher Jean Cabrera for assignment on July 5, following the signing of outfielder Bryan De La Cruz to a major league contract. Cabrera, who is ranked as the team's No. 13 prospect, has struggled this season with a 9.10 ERA across 15 starts in Double-A and Triple-A. His designation opens a spot on the 40-man roster for De La Cruz, a former player for the Braves and Marlins. Cabrera may return to the organization if he goes unclaimed.
- •Cabrera has a 9.10 ERA this season in 15 starts.
- •De La Cruz was signed after the Phillies' game against the Royals.
- •Cabrera may be traded or return to the Phillies if unclaimed.
- •This roster move reflects the Phillies' assessment of Cabrera's performance.
- 4:08 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies DFA their No. 13-ranked prospect to keep former Braves, Marlins slugger
"This is a very interesting move for the Phillies, but there's a good reason for this decision.
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