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MLB rumors roundup for Nov. 16

Although they posted a solid 80-82 record this season, the Tampa Bay Rays could be big sellers this winter.

The Rays, perennial owners of one of baseball's lowest payrolls, have several key players that are due for raises in 2016. As a result, a few names on Tampa Bay's roster have begun to be floated around as potential trade fodder for other teams.

Tampa Bay already dealt Nathan Karns to the Seattle Mariners but could still trade another starter, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times writes. Drew Smyly and Matt Moore would be the most likely candidates, per Topkin, as the two are both set to earn significant raises (Moore is due $5 million in 2016, Smyly could earn around $4 million after arbitration).