The Rays have optioned Tim Beckham and selected Ryan Garton from Durham
The Rays made a rather surprising announcement prior to tonight's game as they optioned the Rays former number one pick, Tim Beckham, to Triple-A Durham and selected the contract of Ryan Garton. The Rays cleared space on the 40-man roster by designating Jake Goebbert for assignment. This move was one the Rays needed to make though as they're going to be playing 43 games over their next 45 days, so bullpen assistance is much more essential than the weak side of a platoon on the middle infield.