Rays place Shane McClanahan on the IL, recall Alex Cook

The Tampa Bay Rays have placed pitcher Shane McClanahan on the Injured List due to back soreness. McClanahan left his start after three innings against the Texas Rangers on July 30, 2026. He has shown strong performance metrics but has struggled to pitch deep into games. In his absence, the Rays have recalled Alex Cook from the minor leagues. Cook, a 25-year-old reliever, has excelled in the Rays' system and will fill McClanahan's spot in the rotation as the team prepares for a series against the Chicago White Sox.

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