Janson Junk SP MIA Sat 8/31/24 1:57 PM
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The Athletics claimed Junk off waivers from Houston on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Junk never appeared in a game for the Astros, and he was DFA'd on Thursday after posting a 6.14 ERA and 1.34 WHIP through 14.2 innings at Triple-A Sugar Land. He'll now presumably return to the majors as he switches organizations, though he figures to stay in a low-leverage role out of the bullpen. Miguel Andujar (abdomen) was transferred to the 60-day IL in a corresponding move.
Janson Junk SP MIA Thu 8/29/24 4:05 PM
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The Astros designated Junk for assignment Thursday, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports.
EDGE Analysis
The transaction frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Jason Heyward. Junk was claimed off waivers earlier this month by the Astros and is now slated to go through the waiver process again.
Janson Junk SP MIA Fri 8/2/24 1:58 PM
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The Astros claimed Junk off waivers from the Brewers on Friday and optioned him to Triple-A Sugar Land, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports.
EDGE Analysis
Junk has allowed six runs in eight innings in the majors this season but holds a 2.55 ERA and 35:15 K:BB across 35.1 frames at the Triple-A level. He's been pitching in relief exclusively since May, but Junk does have extensive starting pitcher experience and it's not clear what role the Astros have planned for him.
Janson Junk SP MIA Sun 7/28/24 12:47 PM
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The Brewers designated Junk for assignment Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
The right-hander will lose his place on the 26-man and 40-man rosters due to Devin Williams (back) returning from the 60-day injured list Sunday. Junk has allowed six earned runs in five big-league outings this season but has a 2.65 ERA across 34 innings at Triple-A.
Janson Junk SP MIA Fri 7/26/24 5:20 PM
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The Brewers recalled Junk from Triple-A Nashville on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
The move corresponds with Milwaukee placing southpaw Rob Zastryzny on the 15-day injured list due to left elbow tendinitis. Junk has spent most of this season in Nashville, posting a 2.65 ERA and 1.29 WHIP across 34 innings. He's made three major-league outings this season, with his last coming May 5 against the Cubs, when he allowed one run on three hits and one walk while striking out two across two frames. Junk will rejoin the Brewers' bullpen with Zastryzny sidelined.
Janson Junk SP MIA Fri 7/5/24 10:30 PM
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The Brewers optioned Junk to Triple-A Nashville on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
The Brewers officially activated Aaron Civale on Friday after acquiring him in a trade with the Rays on Wednesday, so Junk will head back to Nashville in order to create room on the 26-man roster. The 28-year-old righty didn't appear in a game during his 48-hour stint with Milwaukee, but he could be an option to return to the majors if the Brewers need a fresh arm in their bullpen.
Janson Junk SP MIA Wed 7/3/24 5:24 PM
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The Brewers recalled Junk from Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Since his last appearance in the majors May 5, Junk has posted a 1.17 ERA and 1.24 WHIP alongside a 19:5 K:BB across 15.1 innings in Triple-A. He'll now be called upon to add depth to Milwaukee's bullpen as Enoli Paredes (forearm) heads to the injured list.
Janson Junk SP MIA Wed 6/5/24 1:24 PM
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The Brewers optioned Junk to Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Junk was called up from Triple-A on Saturday but didn't make any appearances out of the Milwaukee bullpen before being sent back to Nashville. He's made some starts with Nashville this season and could be thrust into the rotation as he rejoins the affiliate after the Brewers recalled two of Triple-A club's starters (Aaron Ashby and Tobias Myers) on Wednesday.
Janson Junk SP MIA Sat 6/1/24 3:22 PM
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The Brewers recalled Junk from Triple-A Nashville on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Junk will come up from the minors to fill the open spot in Milwaukee's pitching staff following the demotion of Tobias Myers to Triple-A on Saturday. Junk made three appearances for the Brewers during his first big-league stint this season, giving up five earned runs over five innings. He's turned in a 2.45 ERA and 1.36 WHIP with Nashville since being sent back down, but he will likely be limited to low-leverage work in the majors. The 28-year-old righty also has experience as a starter, opening the door for a potential spot start if Joe Ross (back) isn't able to return from the injured list when eligible June 5.
Janson Junk SP MIA Mon 5/13/24 6:09 PM
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The Brewers optioned Junk to Triple-A Nashville on Monday, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Junk's latest stint in the majors lasted just a few days and he didn't make an appearance. Joel Payamps is back from the bereavement list to absorb Junk's roster spot.