Liam Hicks adjusts to Rays' pitching staff after trade from Marlins

Liam Hicks, recently acquired by the Tampa Bay Rays from the Miami Marlins, is adapting well in his new role as catcher. After being traded on August 3, Hicks has started 27 games behind the plate and is batting.305 with an.865 OPS as of September 21. The Rays are closing in on clinching the American League East, with their division-leading magic number down to two. Hicks noted the adjustment to a new pitching staff has been challenging but manageable, thanks to the support from the coaching team. He aims to contribute to the team's postseason aspirations following the division title.

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