So far this offseason, the Tampa Bay Rays have completed just one task off their “to do” list and that was signing a catcher. Remaining though is an outfielder/designated hitter/first baseman with some power who preferably bats right-handed.
Although there are many remaining free agents that fit the requirement, and that could certainly help the Rays, budget wise they do not. However, as the day’s move closer towards the end of the year with spring training around the corner there is hope of an exception.
At the same time, expectations that the Rays can trade one or possible two of their starters for respectable returns that can make an immediate impact.