Alexander Canario: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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A former Chicago Cubs top prospect is having trouble finding his footing in the league as he was just traded for the second time this calendar year. New York Mets insider Anthony DiComo of MLB.com broke the news on Monday afternoon that the Mets had traded outfielder Alexander Canario to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for cash considerations.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 31

Pirates Acquire Power-Hitting Outfielder

The Pittsburgh Pirates have purchased right-handed-hitting corner outfielder Alexander Canario from the New York Mets. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com was the first to report the news.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 31

New York Mets reportedly trade promising outfielder to NL club

As expected, the New York Mets were unable to hang onto this promising outfielder after a strong showing in spring training. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, the Mets have traded outfielder Alexander Canario to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for cash.

MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / March 31

Former Cubs Outfielder Alexander Canario Traded to Pirates

The Chicago Cubs haven't seen the last of former outfielder Alexander Canario, with the team's former top prospect being traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Mets Make Trade With Pirates on Monday

The New York Mets started the 2025 MLB season with a series loss to the Houston Astros. Dropping two of three in Houston, the Mets opened a three-game series against the Miami Marlins at LoanDepot Park on Monday.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 30

New York Mets veteran outfielder clears waivers, outrighted to Triple-A

The New York Mets are holding onto at least one veteran outfielder who they designated for assignment off the 40-man roster earlier in the week. Outfielder José Azócar has cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Syracuse, as the team announced on Saturday afternoon.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 27

Mets designate Canario, Azocar for assignment

The Mets waited as long as possible to finish off their 26-man roster before the games begin. With a few hours left to go before the 2025 Major League Baseball season begins in earnest, the Mets made a pair of roster moves, with the hope that both players can stay with the organization.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27

Mets to designate Alexander Canario, Jose Azocar for assignment

The Mets will designate outfielders Alexander Canario and Jose Azocar for assignment today, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. It was already reported earlier in the week that Canario didn’t make the club and likely would be removed from the 40-man roster.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Former Cubs Outfielder Expected To Be Released by Mets

After becoming the odd man out in the Chicago Cubs outfield, Alexander Canario was traded to the New York Mets and was hoping to be able to perform well enough in Spring Training to crack the Opening Day roster.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Mets likely to remove this young OF from 40-man roster

The 24-year-old is out of minor league options, so he’ll likely be removed from the 40-man roster in the next day or two.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 25

New York Mets expected to place spring standout slugger on waivers

With two days left until Opening Day, the New York Mets have some difficult roster decisions to make. This includes determining the future of young outfielder Alexander Canario.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 24

Former Cubs Star Prospect Blasting Home Runs in Mets Spring Training

For the Chicago Cubs, designated outfielder Alexander Canario for assignment last month was part of the business of baseball. The Cubs were able to find a take for him, as they dealt him to the New York Mets.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 23

Canario, Nimmo Push Mets To 10-2 Win Over Miami

The New York Mets’ offense took center stage Sunday afternoon, belting four home runs and racking up 15 total hits in a commanding 10-2 victory over the Miami Marlins in their penultimate spring game at Clover Park.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / February 25

Chicago Cubs Trade Outfield Prospect to New York Mets

The Chicago Cubs traded Alexander Canario to the New York Mets on Monday. Chicago sends New York the 24-year-old outfield prospect in exchange for cash considerations.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Cubs Trade 24-Year-Old OF to New York Mets

Less than a week after being designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs, outfielder Alexander Canario has a new home. According to MLB reporter Jesse Rogers, the Cubs and New York Mets agreed to a deal that will send Canario to New York in exchange for cash considerations.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 25

Chicago Cubs Trade Promising Outfielder to New York Mets for Underwhelming Return

When the Chicago Cubs signed Justin Turner to a one-year, $6 million deal last week, it was inevitable that they'd have to move on from someone to clear a roster spot for the 40-year-old former All-Star.

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / February 25

Mets acquire once highly touted prospect in trade with Cubs

While the New York Mets rely on internal depth to overcome recent injuries in their starting rotation and infield, they went outside the organization to bolster another position group.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 24

Mets acquire young OF Alexander Canario from Cubs

The Mets acquired outfielder Alexander Canario from the Cubs for cash considerations, the teams announced. New York placed Nick Madrigal on the 60-day injured list to create a 40-man roster spot.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 20

Cubs to designate Alexander Canario for assignment

The Cubs are designating outfielder Alexander Canario for assignment in order to open a roster spot for Justin Turner, reports ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. Canario is out of minor league options and would’ve either needed to break camp with the team or else be designated for assignment (and subsequently waived or traded) at the end of spring training.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / February 12

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Iowa or Chicago? Where Should Alexander Canario Be For Opening Day?

With Opening Day just days away, the Chicago Cubs are putting the final touches on their Opening Day roster. One of the final decisions to make was the current placement of OF Alexander Canario, who has felt like a dark horse to make the big-league club out of Spring Training.

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Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / January 30, 2024

Cubs Prospect Profile: Canario Primed to Make Team After Debut

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