Santiago Espinal designated for assignment by Dodgers, becomes free agent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Santiago Espinal has been designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Dodgers and has cleared waivers, making him a free agent. Originally a member of the Toronto Blue Jays, Espinal has struggled to find a long-term role since leaving the team after the 2022 season. He enjoyed a solid Spring Training and had a batting average of.268 in 36 games this year, but his roster spot was ultimately impacted by Tommy Edman's return from injury. This marks Espinal's second stint with the Dodgers this year, having been released in late May before re-signing to a minor-league deal.
- •Santiago Espinal designated for assignment by the Dodgers on June 20.
- •Espinal became a free agent after clearing waivers.
- •He had a.268 batting average in 36 games this season.
- •This is Espinal's second stint with the Dodgers in 2026.
- •He was an All-Star with the Blue Jays in 2022.
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