Update: MLB Trade Rumors just posted that the Rays DFA’d Hideki Matsui. About the transaction, Ben Nicholson Smith said, The Rays announced that they designated Hideki Matsui for assignment to create roster space for newly-acquired infielder Ryan Roberts. They now have ten days to trade Matsui, release him or place him on waivers. The Rays …
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That was a huge win last night. Of course, the game certainly issn’t free of criticism. However, there were a lot of positives to focus on. Tampa Bay now finds themselves just a game out of the second wildcard spot, behind the Angels, Tigers, Orioles, and A’s. Yes, the A’s are in the running for …
It goes without saying that with the imminent return of both DH Luke Scott, and reliever Kyle Farnsworth in the very near future, some folks have got to go in order to make room for them on the roster. The question begs: who will be optioned or designated for assignment? What’s more, are there any …
Update: It’s official, Hideki Matsui is officially a Ray. Not only will join the Rays tonight at Tropicana Field, but he’ll be in the lineup in left field, batting sixth behind Luke Scott. Matsui offers the Rays both outfield and bench depth. A lot has been made about whether there really is a role for …
