The cat is out of the bag that the Atlanta Braves are experiencing a disappointing season. Sitting at 39-51, the Braves are within spitting distance of the cellar in the NL East. Despite resistance to sell at the July deadline, the Braves have pieces they could dangle in front of desperate contenders. One wild trade proposal from ESPN’s David Schoenfield has the Tampa Bay Rays … [Read more...] about Out-There Trade Proposal Would Send Ronald Acuña Jr. to the Tampa Bay Rays
Rays Acquire Reliever in Trade With Division Rivals
The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired right-handed reliever Bryan Baker from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for the 37th pick in this year’s Competitive Balance (Round A) Draft. Rays Acquire Reliever in Trade With Division Rivals Baker, 30, will bring his power-pitching style to Tampa Bay as they continue to compete at the top of the American League. The right-handed reliever has … [Read more...] about Rays Acquire Reliever in Trade With Division Rivals
Pair of Minnesota Twins Relievers Linked to the Tampa Bay Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays were running roughshod when they swept the Kansas City Royals in late June. What could possibly go wrong for a team that was playing such complementary baseball? Well, a 4-8 stretch cooled things down a bit in the kingdom of the Rays. Still, they are putting themselves in a position to patch up some of the holes exposed during this slump. A pair of relievers … [Read more...] about Pair of Minnesota Twins Relievers Linked to the Tampa Bay Rays
Joe Boyle Is Pitching Well And Could Be Ready For a Promotion
The Tampa Bay Rays are in the middle of a postseason race as the calendar flips to July. They are playing well, but there is always room to improve. The starting pitchers have generally held up their end of the bargain, but Taj Bradley has experienced a turbulent season. The Rays have a young pitcher dominating at AAA and seemingly on the verge of a promotion. Is it time to … [Read more...] about Joe Boyle Is Pitching Well And Could Be Ready For a Promotion
Rays Reinstate Ha-Seong Kim from Injured List, Option Curtis Mead
The Tampa Bay Rays have activated infielder Ha-Seong Kim from the injured list in a move that was anticipated for a long time. Curtis Mead was optioned in a corresponding move as the Rays prepare to take on the Minnesota Twins. The arrival of Kim is a massive boost for a team that has played well in his absence. The Rays are in the midst of a 32-18 run since May 9. Kim will … [Read more...] about Rays Reinstate Ha-Seong Kim from Injured List, Option Curtis Mead