Rays pursue roster adjustments following MLB trade deadline moves

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Rays pursue roster adjustments following MLB trade deadline moves
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The Tampa Bay Rays, currently leading the American League with a 71-46 record and on a six-game winning streak, look to solidify their roster after recent trade deadline acquisitions. They added Freddy Peralta to their pitching staff and catcher Liam Hicks to boost offensive production. The team aims to promote outfield prospect Theo Gillen, who has excelled in Double-A with a.299 average. Starting pitcher Griffin Jax is currently on the Injured List with elbow tightness but may return soon, pending further evaluation. As the Rays prepare for a series against the Oakland Athletics, they remain in a strong position within the AL East.

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  • Rays lead AL East by 5.5 games over Yankees and 7 games over Red Sox.
  • Rays swept the Seattle Mariners and are on a six-game winning streak.
  • Freddy Peralta and Liam Hicks were added at the trade deadline.
  • Theo Gillen's strong performance in Double-A may lead to a promotion.
  • Griffin Jax is on the Injured List but could return soon.
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After trade deadline acquisitions of Peralta and Hicks, the Rays could promote top outfield prospect for late-season push

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