Being a Rays fan is an intriguing experience. On one hand, they can win 96 games while competing in the same division as two of the biggest spenders in the league (Red Sox and Yankees). On the other hand, we routinely have to say good-bye to good players, at prices that other teams would consider a value.
The Rays have already designated Matt Duffy for assignment and eliminated the potential $2.9 million he was projected to receive in 2020. With the Rays already having $33.5 million locked up between Charlie Morton ($15MM), Kevin Kiermaier ($10MM), Blake Snell ($7MM), and Brandon Lowe ($1.