It looked like the trade deadline would pass with a whimper and not a bang for the Tampa Bay Rays, yet, on Monday, they finally pulled the trigger on a deal, trading top first base prospect Kyle Manzardo to Cleveland for 28-year-old right-hander Aaron Civale.
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Rays connected to several players with the trade deadline looming
With the trade deadline quickly approaching, one huge question surrounds the Tampa Bay Rays: will they land another impact player?
Rays Roster Moves: Introducing Tampa Bay’s new shortstop, Matt Duffy
What does Duffy bring to the Rays? The simple answer: projected Logan Forsythe and Ben Zobrist like offensive numbers, and stellar defense.
Rays Roster Moves: Non-Waiver Trade Deadline Open Thread
Monday, August 1st marks the Major League Baseball non-waiver trade deadline. Consider this an open thread to document any rumors and moves leading up to the four-o-clock hour.
The Rays: Sellers at the Trade Deadline?
A roster move here and a trade there could go a long way in shoring up the roster. Let’s look take a look at those potential moves.