After a trip to Philadelphia for an appointment with core muscle specialist Dr. William Meyers, the Tampa Bay Rays have placed Chris Archer on the 10-day disabled list with a left abdominal strain, retroactive to June 3. In his place, they have promoted right-hander Diego Castillo.
Category Archives: Rays Roster Moves
Rays Roster Moves: Anthony Banda to receive Tommy John surgery; Yonny Chirinos reinstated
Tampa Bay Rays LHP Anthony Banda is headed for Tommy John elbow surgery that will keep him out at least until late 2019 if not 2020, given the typical year-plus recovery timeline for the procedure.
Chris Archer, Anthony Banda facing possible DL stints
Tampa Bay Rays ace, Chris Archer, is listed as “questionable” for his next start on Friday due to a groin issue. Meanwhile, southpaw Anthony Banda — one of the young pitchers who could replace Archer should his injury necessitate a disabled list stint — is sidelined with a forearm strain that has the potential to be a serious injury.
Playing Catchup: On Andrew Moore and Tommy Romero; Rays stadium update
Lost in the shuffle of last week’s unexpected trade of Denard Span and Alex Colome to Seattle, was an analysis of Tampa Bay’s return from the deal, as well as a minor newsworthy, stadium saga blip.
TNWN: Rays look for series win against Baltimore on Sunday; pregame notes
After a 5-1 win over the Orioles on Saturday, the Tampa Bay Rays look to win a series against Baltimore on Sunday. A victory also would bring Tampa Bay (24-26) within a game of .500 ahead of the jaunt out west to Oakland and Seattle.