Speaking of Transaction Terminology

[MFS62]

A while ago, in one of the roster threads, there was a discussion about some of the terminology used to describe a transaction. I think it was about the difference between a balllplayer being "assigned" versus "Optioned".

Earlier this week I saw this in the transactions section of my local paper:

"The Seattle Mariners selected RHP Jorge Campillo from Triple-A Tacoma and placed RHP Cha Seung Baek on the 60-day disabled list with tendinitis in his right triceps."

I've never seen that term (selected) used before other than in regards to the draft. Usually the transaction wire/ mlb.com will say something like "Purchased the contract of..... " when a team adds a minor leaguer to the 40 man roster.

Anyone else notice this? read any details about it?
Why do you think it was worded this way?

I won't be able to schedule that seminar someone suggested if I can't find out.

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[Vic Sage]

] it was about the difference between a balllplayer being "assinged" versus "Optioned".

i think a ballplay that has been "assinged" has had his ass set on fire.

[MFS62]

LOL!
Good catch.
Edited.


Now, back to the question...

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[Guest Yancy Street Gang]

Call the Mariners and ask them.

I doubt that they'll be able to answer your question, but why not try?

[MFS62]

Yancy Street Gang wrote: Call the Mariners and ask them. I doubt that they'll be able to answer your question, but why not try?

I sent an email to a friend (a big Mariners fan) in Seattle to ask if it was explained in the papers out there. I'll post any info learned.

If that fails, I may call them.


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[MFS62]

Here's some feedback I got. Seems to make some sense.

]It could have to do with the Triple-A season being over and Jorge doesn't have an active '06 contract (nothing to purchase).

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