In an intra-division deal, the Baltimore Orioles traded for starting pitcher Zach Eflin from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for three minor leaguers, the team announced Friday. In exchange for Eflin, the Rays receive outfielder Matthew Etzel, super-utilityman Mac Horvath, and right-handed pitcher Jackson Baumeister. The trade marks the second deal the Orioles have made on … [Read more...] about Orioles Acquire Veteran Starter To Bolster Rotation
Rangers Have Discussed Trade With Rays Amid Injury Concerns
The Texas Rangers and Tampa Rays have reportedly engaged in eye-opening trade talks as the 2024 deadline draws near. The Rangers are planning to buy ahead of the MLB trade deadline. There were questions about the team’s potential strategy earlier in July, but the Rangers have performed well in recent action. Texas will have a number of possible trade candidates to pursue ahead … [Read more...] about Rangers Have Discussed Trade With Rays Amid Injury Concerns
Injured Rays Pitcher Secures Rotation Spot With Trade
After trading Zach Eflin to the Orioles, injured right-hander Jeffrey Springs is set to take his place in the Rays rotation later this week. Following last year’s season-ending Tommy John surgery, Rays right-hander Jeffrey Springs is set to make his first big-league appearance since April 2023. Injured Rays Pitcher Secures Rotation Spot With Trade Springs will throw a bullpen … [Read more...] about Injured Rays Pitcher Secures Rotation Spot With Trade
Report Links Three Teams to Rays Veteran Pitcher
The Tampa Bay Rays have already started selling minor pieces after a middling start to the season. It’s unclear how many pieces the Rays will sell at the deadline, but many prominent players have drawn interest. The latest report from Mark Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reveals the Houston Astros, Atlanta Braves, and St. Louis Cardinals are potential suitors for starting pitcher … [Read more...] about Report Links Three Teams to Rays Veteran Pitcher
Blue Jays Veteran Set to Retire After This Season
The Tampa Bay Times reports that Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier will retire from MLB after this season. The four-time Gold Glover has had a down year in 2024. Going into today’s game against his former team, the Tampa Bay Rays, he has a .195 batting average, four home runs, and 18 RBI. Blue Jay, former #Rays star Kevin Kiermaier to retire after season … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Veteran Set to Retire After This Season