The Tampa Bay Rays acquired left-handed pitcher Brandon Eisert from the Toronto Blue Jays, who had designated him for assignment. In exchange, the Jays received cash considerations. Eisert, a 27-year-old player with limited major league experience—6 2/3 innings last season—has shown promise in the minors with a 3.76 ERA and a strong strikeout rate. Despite lacking a high-velocity fastball, the Rays aim to leverage his options for roster flexibility, possibly rotating him with fellow lefty Mason Montgomery.
The Rays have acquired left-hander Brandon Eisert from the Blue Jays, who designated him for assignment earlier this week.
Eisert, 27, joins the second club of his career after being selected by the Blue Jays in the 18th-round of the 2019 draft.
With a 3.76 ERA and 29.1% strikeout rate in minors, Eisert shows potential despite a relatively low-fastball velocity.
The Rays may utilize Eisert's options for roster flexibility, allowing him and another lefty, Mason Montgomery, to alternate on the big league roster.
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