Category Archives: Transactions
Blue Jays Designate Juan Rivera For Assignment
Aside from effecting a direct competitor’s roster, the news of Juan Rivera being designated for assignment should catch the Rays’ attention for another reason – adding Rivera to the mix. Since tying a career-high with 50 extra-base hits in 2009, … Continue reading
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Tampa Bay Rays Acquire Matt Torra For Cash
The transaction and the thought process behind it are both rather simple. The Tampa Bay Rays received right-handed starter Matt Torra from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for cash considerations. With Durham Bulls’ swingman Chris Bootcheck exercising his 7/1 opt-out … Continue reading
Chris Carter Released
Per Adam Sosbey: #DurhamBulls OF/DH Chris Carter granted his release (had 6/15 opt-out); Felipe Lopez clears waivers, outrighted to Durham. #Rays. I talked about Carter in depth when he signed, but his Triple-A performance this season was nothing grand, a … Continue reading
Rays Sign Lance Cormier, Release Edgar Gonzalez
According to Adam Sosbey, the Rays have released Edgar Gonzalez and signed Lance Cormier to a minor league deal. Cormier is an old friend who struggled with the Dodgers earlier this season, allowing 17 runs in 13 2/3 innings pitched … Continue reading
James Shields Day: The Contract
The Rays signed several extensions during the 2008 calendar year. The one that gets the most ink belongs to Evan Longoria; however, the one signed by James Shields on January 23, 2008 remains one of the more underrated contacts in baseball. … Continue reading
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