News item from earlier this week:
BREAKING: The Los Angeles Angels have placed starter Lucas Giolito, relievers Matt Moore and Reynaldo López, and outfielders Hunter Renfroe and Randal Grichuk on waivers, sources tell ESPN. Huge potential playoff implications: All can be claimed by teams for free on Thursday.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 29, 2023
Several other teams have also asked waivers on veteran players, including Harrison Bader, Carlos Carrasco, Mike Clevinger and José Cisnero. These appear to be salary dumps, and in particular for the Angels, they’re looking to get under the luxury tax.