The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly closing in on a deal with free agent RHP Collin McHugh, per a report from Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. We will update this story accordingly if a major or minor league deal is finalized.
McHugh, 33, has pitched in parts of eights seasons in the Major Leagues, primarily as a member of the Houston Astros. He was originally drafted by the New York Mets in the 18th round of the 2008 draft. Despite the low draft round and never meriting much stock as a prospect, McHugh worked his way through the system and made his big league debut during the 2012 season.