Rays acquire catcher Liam Hicks from Marlins at trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays have traded for catcher Liam Hicks from the Miami Marlins, bolstering their roster ahead of the postseason. Hicks, who is enjoying a breakout season with a.282 average, 14 home runs, and 62 RBIs, was moved in exchange for prospects including Brayden Taylor. The Rays sought an upgrade at catcher, having been dissatisfied with Nick Fortes's performance. While Hicks's value could increase following the season, the trade has drawn mixed reviews regarding the prospects the Marlins received in return, with some analysts calling it insufficient for a player of Hicks's caliber.
- •Liam Hicks is traded to the Rays for prospecs including Brayden Taylor.
- •Hicks has a.282 batting average this season with 14 home runs.
- •The Rays are looking for improvement behind the plate.
- •Analysts have given contrasting grades to both teams regarding the trade.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Liam Hicks trade grades: Who won Rays and Marlins deal?
"Liam Hicks is off to the Tampa Bay Rays for prospects including Brayden Taylor. Let's hand out some grades
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