ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan wrote in his early trade deadline preview that Pete Fairbanks is the best trade fit for the Philadelphia Phillies bullpen. Fairbanks is currently the Tampa Bay Rays closer. The Phillies need a closer following the suspension of José Alvarado. The bullpen was already a need, but the suspension increased the urgency to improve it. Alvarado is not … [Read more...] about Passan: Rays Pitcher Pete Fairbanks in Best Trade Fit for Phillies Bullpen
Rays Option Chandler Simpson to Triple-A, Reinstate Jake Mangum from IL
Well, that was a little bit of a buzzkill. The Tampa Bay Rays optioned Chandler Simpson to Triple-A Durham and also reinstated outfielder Jake Mangum from the 10-day IL after a five-week absence due to a left groin strain. Simpson became a household name because of the speed he displayed on numerous occasions in the last month. He performed well in a small sample, but as a … [Read more...] about Rays Option Chandler Simpson to Triple-A, Reinstate Jake Mangum from IL
Rays Add Veteran Matt Thaiss to the Mix with White Sox Trade
The Tampa Bay Rays have struck a deal, albeit a minor deal when all is said and done. The surging Rays are looking for a little help behind the plate, given that their options haven’t been plentiful back there. They found a little bit of help as a trade partner with the Chicago White Sox. According to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times, the Rays are acquiring catcher Matt … [Read more...] about Rays Add Veteran Matt Thaiss to the Mix with White Sox Trade
A Healthy Josh Lowe is Vital for the Rays
Josh Lowe was in the opening day lineup for the Tampa Bay Rays during the home opener at George M. Steinbrenner Field. His first plate appearance resulted in a ground out, but the Virginia native smacked his first hit of the season in the fifth inning. Unfortunately, Lowe knew something was wrong with his leg as he hobbled down the first base line. Lowe trudged into the dugout … [Read more...] about A Healthy Josh Lowe is Vital for the Rays
Tampa Bay Rays Call Up Chandler Simpson
The Tampa Bay Rays announced Friday that they will call up outfield prospect Chandler Simpson from Triple-A Durham and placed utility man Richie Palacios on the 10-day injured list with a right knee sprain. In order to make room on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. The Tampa Bay Rays have placed INF/OF Richie … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Rays Call Up Chandler Simpson