Rays pursue All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez from Giants

The Tampa Bay Rays have emerged as the leading candidate to acquire All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez from the San Francisco Giants. Arraez, who boasts a.328 batting average this season, has been a significant contributor with 136 hits and 23 doubles. The Giants are expected to be sellers at the trade deadline, making Arraez available. In addition to the Rays, teams like the Philadelphia Phillies, Boston Red Sox, and Texas Rangers are also showing interest in the infielder. If the Rays can secure a deal, Arraez would likely fill their second base position and strengthen their lineup moving forward.

• 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Rays considered 'heavy favorite' to trade for .328 batting-average All-Star 2B