(7/26/2010) The Astros outrighted RHP Gary Majewski to the Triple-A Round Rock Express on Sunday. He had been designated for assignment, but he cleared waivers and accepted his assignment to the minors.
Majewski designated for assignment
(7/21/2010) The Astros have designated RP Gary Majewski for assigment.
Majewski nearly at home in majors
(7/20/2010) From The Sports Xchange notes: RHP Gary Majewski pitched a scoreless ninth inning in his Astros debut, his first major-league outing since Sept. 28, 2008. "If feels awesome; I'm loving it," said Majewski, a Houston native. "But it will be a lot better once Friday rolls around, actually being at home."
Majewski called up to Astros
(7/18/2010) The Astros purchased the contract of reliever Gary Majewski from Triple-A Round Rock and designated Casey Daigle for assignment Sunday. According to MLB.com, Majewski is expected to report to Chicago in time for Monday's game against the Cubs. In 27 appearances for Round Rock, Majewski was 3-2 with a 4.04 ERA. "A lot of it is with the situation in our bullpen right now, the last couple days and needing to get another arm in here to kind of help out a little bit as well," Astros manager Brad Mills said. "And [Daigle's] been used quite a bit the past couple days."
Astros trim roster to 29 players
(3/30/2010) Infielder Edwin Maysonet and reliever Wilton Lopez were optioned to the Astros' minor league camp Tuesday. In other moves, the team said non-roster invitee reliever Casey Daigle will be reassigned to minor league camp after he pitches with the big league club Thursday. Non-roster invitee relievers Gary Majewski and Gustavo Chacin, infielders Chris Shelton and Drew Meyer, and catcher Kevin Cash will stay with Houston through its home exhibition series against the Blues Jays and then be reassigned to minor league camp. The Astros must make four more cuts by Sunday afternoon to get to the 25-man limit.
(4/5/2009) Pitchers Gary Majewski, Rodrigo Lopez and Scott Mathieson did not make the Phillies' 25-man roster or get placed on the 15-day DL. They will open the year in the minor leagues.
Majewski heading to the minors
(4/3/2009) Phillies reliever Gary Majewski was told that he will be reassigned to the minor leagues after this weekend's exhibition games.
Happ, Taschner favorites for bullpen
(4/1/2009) The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Phillies SP J.A. Happ and RP Jack Taschner are heavy favorites to take the two remaining spots in the bullpen. The other contenders are RP Gary Majewski and SP Bobby Mosebach.
Majewski making bid with Phillies
(3/19/2009) From the The Sports Xchange: With a solid start to spring training, thanks mostly to his revived sinker, RHP Gary Majewski has put himself in position to earn a spot in the Phillies' bullpen. "I probably could've waited longer and signed a (major league contract) somewhere else," Majewski said. "But hell, these guys won the World Series, and I heard nothing but good things about them." Majewski, 29, began the spring with six scoreless innings of relief. Now, though, Majewski's shoulder pain is gone. His outlook on life finally has brightened. "You tell yourself, 'You're married and you've got a little girl to support now,'" said Majewski, whose daughter, Kylee Jade, is 9 months old. "Pull your head out of (the sand) and get after it."
Phillies give Majewski minor deal
(12/27/2008) The Phillies signed reliever Gary Majewski to a minor league contract.
Majewski becomes non-tender free agent
(12/15/2008) Cincinnati decided against offering 2009 contracts to reliever Gary Majewski, right-hander Matt Belisle and outfielder Norris Hopper, making all of them free agents. The Reds had just two outfielders on their 40-man roster with Hopper gone, but they brought him back on the minor league deal.
Majewski on since the All-Star break
(7/31/2008)The Sports Xchange notes that Gary Majewski has appeared in four of his team's last six games and has not allowed a run since the All-Star break (6 2/3 innings, one hit, three walks, six strikeouts).
Majewski works long relief appearance
(6/25/2008) RHP Gary Majewski took one for the team, coming in with the Reds trailing 9-0 in the second inning and pitching three innings Tuesday, the most he has pitched this season and matching his career high. He allowed two runs.
Majewski comes off bereavement list
(6/14/2008) The Reds reinstated right-hander Gary Majewski from the bereavement list on Saturday, making him available to pitch against the Boston Red Sox. Left-hander Danny Herrera was optioned to Triple-A Louisville to open a spot. Majewski left Tuesday to be with his wife for the birth of their daughter.
Majewski still on bereavement leave
(6/13/2008) Reds RP Gary Majewski did not come off the bereavement list for Friday's game against the Red Sox. He has been out of action since Tuesday, when he first went on the bereavement list.
Majewski on bereavement leave
(6/10/2008)Gary Majewski was placed on the bereavement list Tuesday.
Reds bring Majewski back up
(6/1/2008) The Reds put right-hander Josh Fogg on the 15-day DL with a sore back Sunday and called up right-handed reliever Gary Majewski. The move leaves Cincinnati with more uncertainty over its fifth starter's spot. The 31-year-old Fogg got hit hard again Saturday, when he botched a chance to get back into the rotation. He gave up seven hits and six runs in 3 1/3 innings of an 8-7 victory over Atlanta. After the game, Fogg complained about back spasms. "We need some pitching help bad," manager Dusty Baker said. "We can't wait." Fogg started the season in the rotation, but was demoted to long relief after three poor starts. He went 15 days between appearances out of the bullpen. The Reds optioned right-hander Matt Belisle to Triple-A on Tuesday to turn him into a reliever. Fogg was given a chance to start against the Braves, and could have regained his spot in the rotation with a strong showing. The Reds aren't sure who will take fill the open spot in the rotation.
Gary Majewski optioned to Triple-A
(3/22/2008) Rightyreliever Gary Majewski and lefty reliever Jon Coutlangus were optioned to Triple-A Louisville, leaving the Reds with 38 healthy players in camp.
Majewski sports 162.00 ERA
(2/27/2008) Reds RP Gary Majewski had a rough spring debut Wednesday against the Phillies. The veteran righty allowed six hits and six runs in 1/3 of inning. He opens spring training with a 162.00 ERA.
Gary Majewski allows homer
(8/11/2007) RHP Gary Majewski, recalled from Triple-A Louisville, gave up a home run and a single to the first two batters he faced in his first assignment Friday against the Padres.
Reds add Majewski to bullpen
(8/7/2007) The Reds shuffled their league-worst bullpen again Tuesday, activating Eddie Guardado and recalling Gary Majewski. The Reds optioned rookie left-hander Jon Coutlangus (4-1, 3.93 ERA) to Triple-A Louisville and placed utilityman Ryan Freel on the 15-day DL because torn cartilage in his right knee.
Majewski sent down to Triple-A
(6/15/2007) The Cincinnati Reds optioned struggling reliever Gary Majewski to Triple-A Louisville on Friday and recalled rookie Brad Salmon.
Majewski blows save Saturday
(6/10/2007) David Dellucci's two-run opposite-field homer into the left field seats off Gary Majewski tied the game Saturday. "I've had better days," Majewski said. "It was a sinker up. It didn't do a whole lot. He stayed on it and hit it out."
(2:10 pm ET) RHP Gary Majewski was recalled from Triple-A Louisville before Thursday's game in time to face his old team, the Nationals. The Reds have filed a grievance against the Nationals, alleging Majewski was damaged goods at the time of last July's trade.
Reds bring Majewski back up
(5/24/2007) The Reds recalled RHP Gary Majewski from Triple-A Louisville and optioned RHP Todd Coffey to Louisville.
Reds' Majewski nearing return
(5/24/2007) RHP Gary Majewski might rejoin the Reds soon. The reliever started the season at Triple-A Louisville, working through shoulder weakness. "If he's throwing the way he was with the Nationals two years ago, he's a very good pitcher," Narron said. The Reds have filed a grievance against Washington over their trade last July, claiming they weren't fully informed about Majewski's shoulder problems.
Reds say Majewski is damaged goods
(5/19/2007) The Reds have filed a grievance against the Washington Nationals over the trade that brought sore-shouldered reliever Gary Majewski to Cincinnati last season. The Reds contend that Nationals general manager Jim Bowden failed to inform them of Majewski's shoulder problems when they got the right-hander as part of an eight-player deal last July 13.
Majewski out for personal reasons
(5/8/2007) Reds right-hander Gary Majewski is expected to rejoin Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday. Majewski missed the last three days after going home to Mississippi to attend the funeral of his sister, who was killed in a ATV accident. Majewski has pitched well at Triple-A Louisville. His ERA is inflated by one awful outing.
Majewski doing well in Triple-A
(4/17/2007) The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Reds RP Gary Majewski is doing well in Triple-A Louisville, boasting a 1.80 ERA through five appearances. "He's doing well," Reds GM Wayne Krivsky said. "I haven't seen him myself, but the reports have been good."
Reds cut Livingston, Majewski
(3/29/2007) The Reds optioned LHP Bobby Livingston and RHP Gary Majewski to Triple-A Louisville. Also, they received cash from the Tampa Bay Devil Rays to complete the deal that sent INF Brendan Harris to Tampa in exchange for a player to be named later or cash.
RHP Majewski works on Monday
(3/26/2007) RHP Gary Majewski (shoulder) made his first appearance in a major league game this spring on Monday against the Red Sox and walked one. "I was really happy to get into a game," said Majewski, who likely won't be ready for the season. "Since Feb. 3 I've been trying to get out there and pitch without pain."
Majewski suggests starting in minors
(3/23/2007) The Dayton Daily News reports that Reds relief pitcher Gary Majewski (shoulder) told GM Wayne Krivsky that he may be better off starting the year in the minors or on the DL pitching in rehab. "I'm at the point where it feels as if I'm just starting spring training," said Majewski. "I even told Wayne when I first got to camp that there will be no need to keep me if I'm not ready. There is no need to force it like I did last spring. If I can't keep the ball down, I'll get my butt kicked like I did last year and that's no fun and it's no good for the team. I'll have no problem going down (to the minors)."
Majewski throws bullpen session
(3/16/2007) MLB.com reports Pirates RP Gary Majewski (shoulder) threw a 35 pitch bullpen session Thursday. He said before the session that his arm felt good lately, and hopes to throw against minor leaguers this weekend. He might not be ready in time for Opening Day. "I'm not even worried about it," Majewski said. "If it happens, it happens. As long as I'm healthy, it's all that matters."
G. Majewski to throw bullpen session
(3/10/2007) Reds RHP Gary Majewski will throw a bullpen session Sunday. He has yet to pitch in a game as he builds up strength in his right shoulder. He was shut down last August with inflammation.
Majewski's shoulder still a problem
(2/18/2007) Reliever Gary Majewski's right shoulder was still a concern when the Cincinnati Reds opened spring training on Sunday, forcing him to go easy in some drills. Manager Jerry Narron said Majewski won't be allowed to throw off a mound for about a week. "Anytime someone's not starting the first day, there's always going to be concern," Narron said. "But we'll see where he is. From my understanding, he should be ready pretty quick." Cincinnati got Majewski from Washington in an eight-player deal last July that quickly became controversial. The Reds complained they didn't know the right-hander had a cortisone injection in his shoulder before the trade and placed Majewski on the disabled list after he told the team his shoulder had bothered him since spring training.
Reds survive a bullpen game
(9/27/2006) Matt Belisle, making his first start of the season after 28 relief appearances, pitched 3 2/3 innings for the Reds and gave up one run and three hits. "Matt gave us everything he had," manager Jerry Narron said. "He hadn't started a game all year, and he took it to the very limit." Ryan Franklin (6-7) relieved Belisle and worked 1 1/3 scoreless innings for the victory. Scott Schoeneweis pitched one inning for his third save. Gary Majewski, Todd Coffey and David Weathers also pitched in the game.
Schoeneweis 2-for-2 in saves
(9/10/2006) Scott Schoeneweis pitched the ninth Sunday for his second save in two opportunities. David Weathers, Rheal Cormier, Bill Bray, Gary Majewski and Ryan Franklin are also in the mix for Reds' saves chances.
Guardado done for year, '07
(9/6/2006) Reds closer Eddie Guardado will have ligament-replacement surgery on his left elbow, an operation that usually sidelines pitchers for at least a year. Guardado had been on the DL since Aug. 20 with a sore left forearm, but he thought it was getting better. On Wednesday, an MRI exam revealed a torn ulnar collateral ligament, the Reds said. David Weathers, Rheal Cormier, Bill Bray, Gary Majewski, Ryan Franklin and Scott Schoeneweis will be in a bullpen-by-committee situation through the end of the season.
Reds activate G. Majewski
(9/1/2006) Cincinnati activated right-handed reliever Gary Majewski off the 15-day disabled list Friday, one of three moves that added depth to the Reds' bullpen before the start of a series at San Diego. The Reds also activated right-hander Jason Standridge off the disabled list and called up left-hander Brian Shackelford from Triple-A Louisville.
Majewski throws scoreless inning
(8/27/2006) Reds RHP Gary Majewski pitched a scoreless inning in his second rehab start with Triple-A Louisville.
Majewski starts rehab assignment
(8/27/2006) Gary Majewski (shoulder) allowed two unearned runs and one hit Friday in his rehab assignment. The right-hander threw 16 pitches. "If (Majewski) is throwing well and (Eddie) Guardado is throwing well, we've got two guys in September that will make a huge difference -- huge," Reds manager Jerry Narron told MLB.com.
Majewski throws bullpen session
(8/19/2006) RHP Gary Majewski threw 35-40 pitches in the bullpen, his first session since going on the 15-day DL Aug. 7. He expects to throw again Sunday and Tuesday.
Reds ask: Majewski damaged goods?
(8/8/2006) Reds GM Wayne Krivsky sought an explanation Tuesday for why Cincinnati was unaware reliever Gary Majewski had a sore shoulder when the team acquired him in a trade with Washington. The Reds didn't know the right-hander had a cortisone injection in his shoulder before the All-Star break.
Reds seek explanation on Majewski
(8/8/2006) Reds general manager Wayne Krivsky sought an explanation Tuesday for why Cincinnati was unaware that reliever Gary Majewski had a sore shoulder when the team acquired him in a trade with Washington. The Reds didn't know that the right-hander had a cortisone injection in his shoulder before the All-Star break. Majewski was placed on the 15-day disabled list Monday after telling the team that his shoulder has bothered him since spring training. A medical test found no serious injury. There's no telling how long he will be sidelined with what was diagnosed as a tired shoulder. "I'm still trying to figure out what's what here," Krivsky said. "I'm glad we have Gary Majewski, and I'm glad he's not hurt seriously. I'm disappointed he's not active for us right now."
Reds send RP Majewski to DL
(8/7/2006) The Reds placed Gary Majewski (inflammation in his right shoulder) and Jason Standridge (back spasms) on the disabled list Monday, while Matt Belisle (back) was sent to Triple-A Louisville on a rehab assignment. Also, Kent Mercker (elbow) was reinstated from the DL, and Brandon Claussen (shoulder) returned from a rehab assignment but was not placed on the active roster.
Majewski touched up in relief
(8/6/2006) Gary Majewski was beat up for four runs in 1 1/3 innings Sunday vs. the Atlanta Braves, dropping his record to 4-4 on the season.
Majewski picks up first win with Nats
(7/22/2006) Gary Majewski (4-3), acquired in an eight-player trade with Washington a week ago, pitched the ninth for his first win with Cincinnati, which pulled off its second early morning comeback in three days.
Gary Majewski struggles in CIN
(7/21/2006) RHP Gary Majewski has a loss and a blown save in his three appearances since the Reds got him in an eight-player trade with Washington.
(7/13/2006) The Nationals acquired outfielder Austin Kearns, shortstop Felipe Lopez and right-handed pitcher Ryan Wagner from the Reds in exchange for right-handed pitcher Gary Majewski, left-handed pitcher Bill Bray, infielder Brendan Harris, shortstop Royce Clayton and right-handed pitcher Daryl Thompson.
Gary Majewski's streak ends
(7/9/2006) Gary Majewski's scoreless streak ended at 13 1/3 innings when he allowed three runs in the sixth on Sunday against the Padres.
Majewski scoops up a win
(6/18/2006) Gary Majewski pitched two innings in Sunday's win over the N.Y. Yankees. He allowed one run -- which would have resulted in a loss -- before Ryan Zimmerman hit a walkoff two-run homer in the ninth off Chien-Ming Wang to give the Nats (and Majewski) a victory.
Gary Majewski struggles
(6/17/2006) Majewski has allowed five earned runs in his past four relief appearances (13.51 ERA) for the Nationals.
Majewski returns to the hill
(5/10/2006) Gary Majewski's two-thirds of an inning Tuesday might not seem like much, but they were just what manager Frank Robinson wanted to see. Majewski had allowed six walks and eight earned runs in his previous 9 1/3 innings before missing four games with tendinitis in his rotator cuff. "If he can turn it around, that would be a big plus for our bullpen," Robinson said.
Majewski returns to the hill
(5/10/2006) Gary Majewski (shoulder) was able to pitch in Tuesday's game at Cincinnati. He two-thirds of a scoreless inning, allowing a hit while striking out a batter.
Nats' Majewski sidelined
(5/8/2006) RHP Gary Majewski was held out of the last four games with a sore right shoulder, which may explain the reliever's ineffectiveness this season. Majewski, who has a 4.50 ERA over 15 games, said he began feeling pain about two or three weeks ago but didn't bring it to the attention of club officials until Friday. He underwent an MRI, which revealed tendinitis.
Majewski demoted from set up
(5/3/2006) RHP Gary Majewski is struggling so much at the moment, manager Frank Robinson said he plans to remove the right-hander from his setup role and start using him earlier in games. Majewski has a 4.76 ERA in 14 games and was responsible for the Nationals' 2-1 loss to the Mets on Monday night when he committed a throwing error in the bottom of the ninth. "It has nothing to do with mechanics," Robinson said. "It's mental. He's not thinking out there. He's not understanding the situation of what he has to do to be successful." Robinson said he's leaning toward using veteran LHP Mike Stanton (who has a 1.64 ERA in 13 games) as his primary setup man now.
G. Majewski's error aids loss
(5/2/2006) The New York Mets received another spotless performance from their revamped bullpen while Washington reliever Gary Majewski threw the game away. Endy Chavez scored on Majewski's throwing error in the ninth and three New York relievers combined for three shutout innings in the Mets' 2-1 win over the Nationals on Monday night. "I made a bad throw," Majewski said. "I'm not going to try to blame it on anybody else. I should have planted my feet and made the throw."
Gary Majewski blows save Sunday
(4/24/2006) Majewski gave up three earned runs on two hits in one inning against the Braves Sunday for his third blown save of the year. "He's out there just throwing, he's not pitching," Nationals manager Frank Robinson said. "He thinks harder is better and it's not." It was Majewski's third blown save in his past four appearances and was the latest example of Washington's bullpen woes -- a stark change from 2005, when Chad Cordero led the majors with 47 saves and the relief corps was the team's strong suit.
Gary Majewski settles down
(4/21/2006) Majewski has allowed only three earned runs in 12 2/3 innings this season. But he blew the save in his last outing, Wednesday at Philadelphia.
Majewski picked on by O's
(4/3/2006) RHP Gary Majewski had a rough spring after returning from the World Baseball Classic. Majewski, who is being counted on by the Nationals as a setup man, gave up three runs, walked two and threw a wild pitch in one inning of relief Saturday against the Orioles. That raised his spring ERA to 18.90 over seven appearances, and club officials are concerned he might not be ready for the regular season.
Majewski back on the bandwagon
(3/31/2006) RHP Gary Majewski is feeling better after battling an upper respiratory infection that severely hampered his attempts to catch up with his bullpen mates after pitching for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. Majewski, though, pitched well Wednesday against the Dodgers and said afterward he's close to 100 percent for Opening Day.
Majewski goes scoreless inning
(3/29/2006) Right-handed reliever Gary Majewski threw on scoreless inning, and he's slated to throw against Atlanta on Thursday. "I'm where I need to be," Majewski said, adding that he liked the movement on his fastball. "After today, I don't feel I'm that far behind." The totals from three of his four previous outings: 2 1/3 innings, 11 earned runs, two walks, zero strikeouts. "He's getting better, continuing to improve," Robinson said. "He's still not quite there yet. Location is still a little off. But I'm pleased with where he is."
Majewski roughed up by Astros
(3/26/2006) World Baseball Classic U.S. Team representative Gary Majewski was roughed up by the Astros Sunday, allowing four runs on three hits while walking two and got two outs. He has a 29.70 ERA in four appearances this spring.
RP Majewski allows five runs
(3/23/2006) RHP Gary Majewski struggled in his second appearance of the spring Wednesday. Majewski, who missed more than two weeks of camp while pitching for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, gave up five runs on five hits in two-thirds of an inning against the Cardinals.
Nats give Majewski year deal
(2/26/2006) The Nationals agreed to terms with RHP Jason Bergmann, 3B/OF Tony Blanco, OF Marlon Byrd, OF Ryan Church, OF Frank Diaz, OF Tyrell Godwin, 2B/3B Brendan Harris, RHP Gary Majewski, RHP John Patterson, RHP Jon Rauch, OF Brandon Watson and 3B Ryan Zimmerman on one-year contracts.
Majewski effective vs. everyone
(2/22/2006) Nats RHP Gary Majewski pitched spectacularly in his first full major league season. He's equally effective against right-handed and left-handed hitters, making him a valuable late-inning option for manager Frank Robinson.
Majewski needs to lose weight
(9/26/2005) Asked what advice he would give relievers Chad Cordero and Gary Majewski looking ahead to the offseason, manager Frank Robinson said: "Go home and get yourself in good physical shape." Speaking specifically of Cordero, who has saved a franchise record 47 games but acknowledged he has felt tired lately, Robinson said he thinks the right-hander gained weight and "could trim up a bit."
Majewski effective vs. left-handers
(5/16/2005) The Nationals have no left-handers on their roster, but at least right-handed reliever Gary Majewski continues to be effective against left-handed hitters, who are 2-for-22 (.091) against him this season. "When I go inside on a lefty, the ball curls back over the plate," Majewski said. "I've gotten to the point -- last year and this year -- of pounding leftys inside, which I throw a lot of sinkers, and my changeup is a lot better, and I can throw that early in the count."
Nationals recall Gary Majewski
(4/18/2005) The Nationals recalled Majewski from Triple-A New Orleans on Monday.
(3/29/2005) Washington optioned right-hander Gary Majewski to its top minor-league affiliate, finalizing the 11-man pitching staff.
Nationals give Majewski one-year deal
(2/11/2005) The Washington Nationals agreed to terms with RHP Gary Majewski on a one-year contract.
Majewski can't hold lead
(9/13/2004) Gary Majewski allowed one hit and four unearned runs Monday against the Marlins. He suffered the blown save and the loss. The Montreal defense committed four errors in his lone inning.
Montreal calls up Majewski
(8/26/2004) Expos recalled Gary Majewski from Triple-A Edmonton on Thursday.
(7/20/2004) The Expos assigned Gary Majewski, acquired in the Carl Everett trade, to Triple-A Edmonton.
Majewski shipped to the Expos
(7/18/2004) Jon Rauch and Gary Majewski were traded from the Chicago White Sox to the Montreal Expos in exchange for Carl Everett on Sunday.
Majewski cut by White Sox
(3/17/2004) The White Sox optioned Gary Majewski to Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. They also reassigned catchers Jonathan Aceves and Carlos Maldonado, infielder Mike Bell, outfielder Mario Valenzuela and left-hander Josh Stewart to their minor-league camp.
Majewski promoted by White Sox
(11/21/2003) The White Sox purchased the contract of Gary Majewski from Triple-A Charlotte and added him to their 40-man roster on Thursday. He was 6-4 with a 3.96 ERA and four saves for Triple-A Charlotte.
