We are three weeks from the (non-waiver) trade deadline and despite being just 4.0 games behind in the playoff race and in seemingly desperate need of some offense and a fresh arm or two for the bullpen don’t look for the Rays to be too active. That’s because the Rays have cheaper options in-house.
#Rays Silverman: “If we’re a healthy team there isn’t a glaring need for us at the deadline.” Notes Jennings + Smyly are coming back.
— Marc Topkin (@TBTimes_Rays) July 8, 2015
As frustrating as it may sound, and I don’t blame you if it does, he makes a good point.