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Standing (Division)Division Rank	2nd AL East
WinsWins	99
LossesLosses	63
RunsRuns Scored	860
Runs AllowedRuns Allowed	665
Batting AverageBatting Average	.260
Home RunsHome Runs	230
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Tyler Glasnow

TB Starting Pitcher #20

The Reds have interest in trading for Rays RHP Tyler Glasnow, according to MLB.com’s Mark Sheldon.

Sheldon mentions that the Reds were actively engaged in talks with Sonny Gray and seemed to be close to a deal before he signed with the Cardinals on Monday morning. It seems as though the Reds may now pivot to Tyler Glasnow; however, the right-hander is owed $25 million next year and the Rays are seeking an MLB-ready starter in return, which may make the pairing tough for the Reds.
Cooper Criswell

FA Relief Pitcher #71

Rays non-tendered RHP Cooper Criswell.

It’s a housekeeping move by the Rays as Criswell was designated for assignment earlier this week. The 27-year-old righty made a career-high 10 appearances this past season for Tampa Bay and should be able to find a new opportunity this offseason as a multi-inning relief specialist.
Andrew Kittredge

TB Relief Pitcher #36

The Rays will tender all of their players, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.

The Rays have already shed the arbitration-eligible guys they didn’t want, including Christian Bethancourt, Jalen Beeks and Josh Fleming. Andrew Kittredge was probably their closest cut, but it makes sense to pay him $2 million-$2.5 million in the hopes that he’ll return to 2021 form after Tommy John surgery.
Vidal Brujan

Mia Second Baseman #7

Marlins acquired INF Vidal Bruján and RHP Calvin Faucher from the Rays for RHP Andrew Lindsey, INF Erick Lara and a PTBN or cash.

New Marlins’ president Peter Bendix picks up a couple of players he’s very familiar with. Bruján, a 25-year-old switch-hitter often ranked in top-100 prospects lists at the beginning of the decade, has hit just .157/.218/.221 in 272 plate appearances in the majors. He’s versatile and fast, so he doesn’t need to be especially productive offensively in order to be a useful player. Still, he doesn’t seem like a future starter at this point. Since he’s out of options, the Marlins will almost certainly carry hm as at least a part-timer.
Calvin Faucher

Mia Relief Pitcher #58

Right-hander Calvin Faucher was traded from the Rays to the Marlins in a four-player deal.

Faucher was designated for assignment by the Rays earlier this week. The 28-year-old had a 7.01 ERA in 25 2/3 innings for the team last season. He’ll compete for a spot in the Marlins’ bullpen.
Andrew Lindsey

TB Starting Pitcher

Rays acquired RHP Andrew Lindsey, INF Erick Lara and a PTBN or cash from the Marlins for INF Vidal Bruján and RHP Calvin Faucher.

The Rays are clearing a couple of 40-man spots in picking up players who won’t have to be added for years. Lindsey, a 6-foor-4 righty, was the Marlins’ fifth-round pick this year out of Tennessee. Lara, 17, played in the Dominican Summer League last season, hitting .305/.416/.445 in 34 games.
Manuel Margot

TB Center Fielder #13

MLB reporter Michael Marino reports that the Mets and Rays have had “substantial talks” about outfielder Manuel Margot.

Marino reports that the conversations were leading up the 40-man roster Rule 5 protection deadline as the Rays were deciding whether or not to open up another spot on their 40-man roster to protect a prospect. While the deal ultimately didn’t happen, it’s possible that the two teams could still complete a trade during the offseason as the Mets look for offensive upgrades.
Manuel Margot

TB Center Fielder #13

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the Yankees “have engaged the Rays in multiple conversations this offseason” about outfielder Manuel Margot.

According to Rosenthal, the Rays are speaking to other teams about the 29-year-old Margot as well. Margot remains a strong speed and defense asset but he does bat right-handed, and the Yankees’ preference is for left-handed hitters. Further complicating things is that Margot has averaged 104 games the past three seasons. He dealt with hamstring problems in both 2021 and ‘22, a right knee sprain in ‘22 and also underwent surgery to remove loose bodies in his right elbow last Aug. 15. Margot is under contract for $10 million in 2024 with a $12 million mutual option for ‘25.
Calvin Faucher

TB Relief Pitcher #58

Rays designated RHP Calvin Faucher for assignment.

The right-hander finished the 2023 season on the injured list due to tendinitis in his right biceps. Overall, he posted a 7.01 ERA, 1.68 WHIP and a 25/12 K/BB ratio across 25 2/3 frames in 17 appearances at the big league level. There’s a decent chance that he’ll pass through waivers unclaimed and will continue his recovery in the Rays’ organization.
Cooper Criswell

TB Starting Pitcher #71

Rays designated RHP Cooper Criswell for assignment.

The Rays needed to clear a couple of spots on their 40-man roster on Tuesday and it looks like Criswell pulled one of the short straws. The 27-year-old hurler compiled a 5.73 ERA, 1.55 WHIP and a 27/11 K/BB ratio over 33 innings during his time in the big leagues in 2023.

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