Diamondbacks Designate Gurriel Jr. for Assignment

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Diamondbacks Designate Gurriel Jr. for Assignment

Jared Kim · 2026-09-13T18:20:09.847Z

Gurriel's contract looks like a real mistake now with that kind of production after the injury.

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The Arizona Diamondbacks designated outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment Sunday, potentially ending the 32-year-old’s four-season tenure with the club. Gurriel has struggled since returning from a torn ACL and other injuries, batting .210 with two home runs and a .544 OPS in 51 games this season, all career lows. Arizona recalled infielder Jose Fernandez from Triple-A Reno to fill his roster spot. Gurriel was an All-Star in 2023 and helped the Diamondbacks reach the World Series, but his contract includes a $14 million club option and $5 million buyout for 2027, making it likely he will clear waivers.

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Gurriel's contract looks like a real mistake now with that kind of production after the injury.

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