The Indians designated Freeman for assignment Sunday.

Freeman became a casualty after the Indians needed to open up spots on the 40-man roster for trade pickups Delino DeShields and Emmanuel Clase, who were acquired from the Rangers on Sunday in exchange for Corey Kluber. The 32-year-old Freeman posted a serviceable .752 OPS across 213 plate appearances in 2019 and has the ability to play multiple positions, so he could draw interest elsewhere via waivers.

The Indians acquired DeShields from the Rangers on Sunday as part of the deal that sent Corey Kluber (oblique) to Texas, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

Rosenthal confirmed that reliever Emmanuel Clase was also sent to Cleveland, with additional pieces potentially also coming the Tribe's way. With 20-plus steals in all but one of his five seasons in the big leagues, DeShields has been able to keep himself on the fantasy radar at times, but his poor production at the dish prevented him from consistently holding down a full-time role during his time in Texas. The change of scenery might help DeShields, but he could be relegated to a depth role by the time Opening Day arrives if Cleveland has fortified its outfield with other options via free agency or trade. Oscar Mercado is likely the only Indians outfielder on the roster currently locked into an everyday job heading into the spring.

Clase and Delino DeShields are being traded Sunday from the Rangers to the Indians in exchange for Corey Kluber (oblique), Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

Clase made his way to the majors in early August and pitched well during his first taste of the majors, posting a 2.31 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 21:6 K:BB over 23.1 innings with four holds and one save. The 21-year-old averages over 99 mph with both his four-seam fastball and cutter, with a 90.5 mph slider as a complement. The right-hander could immediately slide into a high-leverage bullpen role in front of closer Brad Hand for the Indians.

The Indians are in agreement to trade Kluber (oblique) to the Rangers on Sunday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

The trade rumors around Kluber picked up heavily this weekend, and he's now set to join Texas, though the trade is officially pending physicals. The right-hander was limited to seven games in 2019 due to forearm and oblique issues, but the Rangers are adding a two-time Cy Young Award winner who had a 2.96 ERA and 1.05 WHIP in 186 games from 2013 to 2018. Kluber will earn $17.5 million next season and his $18.5 million option for 2021 will vest if he pitches 160 innings and doesn't finish the season on the injured list, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Straily signed a contract with the Lotte Giants of the KBO on Friday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

Straily struggled mightily with the Orioles a season ago, accruing a 9.82 ERA and 1.99 WHIP with a 33:22 K:BB over 47.2 frames. He'll look to resurrect his career overseas, and could return to Major League Baseball if he finds success in Korea.

Springs signed a one-year contract with the Rangers on Friday.

Springs was sent to the open market after being non-tendered at the beginning of December, but he's since been brought back to the Rangers. He'll likely handle mid-to-low leverage innings after struggling to a 6.40 ERA and 1.89 WHIP with a 32:23 K:BB over 32.1 frames a year ago.

Embiid (illness) is out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Embiid was doubtful coming into Sunday after picking up an upper respiratory illness over the weekend. With Embiid out and Al Horford (knee) questionable, Mike Scott could yet again be in line for an expanded role with Kyle O'Quinn picking up additional minutes as well.

Walker is questionable for Monday's game at Houston with a right knee contusion, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Walker suffered the previously undisclosed lower-body injury during Saturday's matchup with the Suns, but it's now revealed he's dealing with a knee bruise. The 20-year-old has come on strong for the Spurs over the last five games, averaging 13.8 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 assist in 21.6 minutes.

Batum (hand) was downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Batum was originally considered questionable but will end up missing his third straight contest. The 30-year-old's next chance to see the court will be Tuesday versus Sacramento.

Bowen (hand) played 36 minutes Saturday for the G League's Fort Wayne Mad Ants in their 113-93 win over the Erie Bayhawks, finishing with 21 points (8-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block.

Bowen had missed the Mad Ants' previous three games while tending to the hand injury. Now apparently healthy again, Bowen, a two-way player, is expected to see the bulk of his opportunities this season at the G League level rather than with the Pacers. Over 10 appearances with Fort Wayne, the wing is averaging 13.6 points (on 40.9 percent shooting from the field), 8.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.1 three-pointers in 34.3 minutes per game.

According to coach Scott Brooks, Thomas (calf) has a "really good chance" of returning to action Monday against the Pistons, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Thomas has missed the Wizards' last five games, but he was a game-time decision Saturday against the Grizzlies and appears to be in the verge of returning. Thomas may be handed a minutes restriction in his first contest back, in which case Ish Smith will continue to see an expanded role in the Wizards backcourt.

Coach Scott Brooks said Wagner (ankle) is "most likely out" for Monday's game at Detroit, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

The 22-year-old sat out of Saturday's matchup with the Grizzlies and didn't practice Sunday due to the ankle injury. Ian Mahinmi is set to receive another start at center in Wagner's expected absence.

McGinn notched his first point in 11 games with his third goal of the season in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Flames.

McGinn is pretty much locked into a fourth-line role with the Canes this season, which is not surprising considering he has the likes of Andrei Svechnikov, Nino Niederreiter and Ryan Dzingel all ahead of him on the team's depth chart. McGinn finished the last two seasons in the 25-30 point range, but is unlikely to come anywhere close to those totals this year given his current role.

Laughton suffered a groin injury in Saturday's loss to the Wild and is expected to miss time, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

While there isn't a definitive timeline on Laughton's return, he won't play Sunday against the Jets. It's unfortunate timing, as the 25-year-old has registered four goals and two assists over the last eight games. Carsen Twarynski and Nicolas Aube-Kubel were recalled to add depth to the Flyers' forward corps.

Pitlick (concussion) won't play in Sunday's game against the Jets, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Pitlick left early in Saturday's game against the Wild after playing just 4:17. It was revealed the 28-year-old sustained a concussion, so he'll likely miss additional time. Scott Laughton (groin) was also injured during the contest and won't be able to play Sunday. The Flyers recalled Carsen Twarynski and Nicolas Aube-Kubel to fill in for the time being.

The Canucks assigned MacEwen to AHL Utica on Sunday.

The Canucks activated Tyler Motte (lower body) from injured reserve Sunday, so MacEwen's NHL stint will end for now. The 23-year-old MacEwen has played eight games with the Canucks this year, averaging 9:10 of ice time per contest and totaling two points.

Motte (lower body) was activated from injured reserve and is expected to play Sunday against the Golden Knights.

Motte hasn't played since Oct. 25, but he's ready to slot back into the lineup. The 24-year-old previously played in a bottom-six role this year, recording an assist and a minus-1 rating over six games.

Pesce snapped a nine-game pointless streak with an assist in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Flames.

Pesce now has just 10 points in 33 games, which shouldn't come as a huge surprise since his main area of responsibility continues to be taking care of business in his own end. He is also called on to kill a lot of penalties, as evidenced by his shorthanded TOI of 3:07, currently highest on the team. Still, for a guy who isn't expected to score much, he should still finish the season somewhere in the 20-25 point range, giving him modest fantasy value in deeper formats.