The Orioles bolstered their rotation with an intradivision swap netting them right-hander Shane Baz from Tampa Bay, the teams announced Friday. In return, the Rays receive outfielder Slater de Brun, catcher Caden Bodine, right-hander Michael Forret, outfielder Austin Overn and a Competitive Balance Round A draft pick. Baltimore designated lefty Josh Walker for assignment to … [Read more...] about Rays Trade Shane Baz To Orioles
Astros, Pirates, Rays Finalize Three-Team Trade Sending Brandon Lowe To Pittsburgh, Mike Burrows To Houston, Jacob Melton To Tampa
The Astros, Pirates and Rays have completed a big three-team trade. Each team’s end of the deal breaks down as follows… The Pirates send right-hander Mike Burrows to the Astros and receive second baseman Brandon Lowe, outfielder Jake Mangum and left-hander Mason Montgomery from the Rays. The Rays send second baseman Brandon Lowe, outfielder Jake Mangum and left-hander Mason … [Read more...] about Astros, Pirates, Rays Finalize Three-Team Trade Sending Brandon Lowe To Pittsburgh, Mike Burrows To Houston, Jacob Melton To Tampa
Rays Have Discussed Pepiot, Baz In Ketel Marte Trade Conversations
The Rays are among a number of teams that have been tied to Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte. Arizona general manager Mike Hazen has consistently downplayed the chance of a deal coming together on their MVP-caliber second baseman, but he hasn’t slammed the door shut given the team’s need for starting pitching. Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports that conversations with … [Read more...] about Rays Have Discussed Pepiot, Baz In Ketel Marte Trade Conversations
Phillies Acquire Yoniel Curet
3:31pm: Both clubs have now officially announced the swap. 1:50pm: The Phillies are going to acquire right-hander Yoniel Curet from the Rays. Right-hander Tommy McCollum is going the other way. The Rays designated the Curet for assignment recently to open a roster spot when they signed outfielder Cedric Mullins. Philadelphia’s 40-man roster count jumps from 34 to 35. Reporter … [Read more...] about Phillies Acquire Yoniel Curet
St. Petersburg Officials Optimistic About Tropicana Field Being Ready For Opening Day
Work continues to repair the hurricane damage that rendered Tropicana Field unplayable in 2025. St. Petersburg officials updated the local media on the construction efforts on Wednesday, expressing optimism that everything will be completed by Opening Day. “At this moment in time, we have no concern about being ready for opening day April 6. And we hope we keep it that way,” … [Read more...] about St. Petersburg Officials Optimistic About Tropicana Field Being Ready For Opening Day