Ryan Castellani was designated for assignment on Thursday by the Rockies in order to make room for Bernardo Flores Jr., who the Rockies claimed off waivers from St. Louis. While it is unlikely that Castellani will be claimed and added to the 40-man roster of another club, he still could be moved for cash or a PTBNL, or decline assignment if he does clear waivers and elect free agency. He could also clear waivers and accept his assignment to Triple-A after being removed, essentially staying put while losing his 40-man spot, but the writing is on the wall with this transaction that Castellani’s time as a piece for the Rockies major league staff is over unless a dramatic change occurs.
Ryan Castellani and a history of high school pitching
