Minor league contracts, especially for the Rays, seem to be the best way for clubs to find that "diamond in the rough" that can still impact the results of a season. Despite the depth at some positions on the Rays roster, others such as catcher and middle infield could use some immediate reinforcements. These minor league deals are a way for the front office to bring low-risk options that are still fully capable of making a difference.
Rays sign former Giants catcher Blake Sabol to a minor league deal
Blake Sabol was drafted by the Pirates in the 7th round of the 2019 draft.