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Rays Outright Forrest Whitley

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The Rays announced that right-hander Forrest Whitley was outrighted to Triple-A Durham. Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times first reported the move. Whitley, once the sport’s top pitching prospect, went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment over the weekend. It was the second DFA of the season for the former first-round pick. The Astros had carried Whitley … [Read more...] about Rays Outright Forrest Whitley

Joe Boyle Is Pitching Well And Could Be Ready For a Promotion

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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

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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