Former Phillies Pitcher Joe Ross Released by Diamondbacks After Three Games
Joe Ross was released by the Arizona Diamondbacks after pitching 3 2/3 innings in three appearances. He signed a new minor-league contract with the Texas Rangers organization and will report to Triple-A Round Rock.
ForbesJoe Ross has been released by the Arizona Diamondbacks after appearing in three games this season. The right-hander signed a minor-league deal with the Diamondbacks over the winter and made the Opening Day roster. He allowed eight earned runs in 3 2/3 innings before being designated for assignment, clearing waivers, electing free agency, and re-signing with the organization on a new minor-league contract.
According to the official transaction log, the Diamondbacks later released Ross from that contract. 71 ERA.
12 ERA over 51 innings of relief.
Ross has agreed to a minor-league contract with the Texas Rangers. He is expected to pitch for their Triple-A affiliate in Round Rock, initially in a long-relief role.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
4 events- Winter 2025-2026
Joe Ross signed a minor-league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
1 sourceForbes - Opening Day 2026
Ross made the Diamondbacks’ major-league roster.
1 sourceForbes - May 2026
Ross was released by the Diamondbacks after three appearances.
1 sourceForbes - May 2026
Ross agreed to a minor-league contract with the Texas Rangers.
1 sourceForbes
Potential Impact
- 01
Ross will pitch for the Rangers’ Triple-A affiliate in Round Rock.
- 02
Diamondbacks bullpen will no longer include Ross on the 40-man roster.
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