Cam Cut

Sad news out of Clearwater today. Catcher Cameron Rupp was designated for assignment by the Phillies. There really wasn't a place for him on the 25-man roster with Jorge Alfaro out of options and Andrew Knapp providing versatility.

According to Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia:

"The Phillies have seven days to dispose of Rupp’s contract. He could be traded, picked up by another team on waivers or released. If he clears waivers, he could be outrighted to Triple A. Rupp’s Phillies contract calls for him to make $2.05 million in 2018, but the Phillies would only be on the hook for a quarter of that if he is released by 2 p.m. Monday."

The affable Texan was popular in Philadelphia and was perhaps best known for hosting Ruppapalooza, a fundraiser benefiting the Pennsylvania SPCA.

Rupp's spot on the 40-man roster was needed to make room for P Drew Hutchison, who seemingly has made the team with great numbers during camp.

All the best to Cameron Rupp. Here's woofing at you, big fella.