The Rays acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Braves in exchange for cash. Simultaneously, infielder Brandon Lowe was placed on the 10-day injured list due to left ankle tendinitis. Right-hander Manuel Rodriguez transitioned from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL, creating a spot on the 40-man roster for Fairchild. The 29-year-old Fairchild, who is primarily a pinch-runner and defensive replacement, has played in 28 games this season, hitting .216/.273/.333. He has played 277 major league games across various teams and offers good speed and versatility in the outfield.
The Rays announced Tuesday that they've acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Braves in exchange for cash.
Tampa Bay also placed infielder Brandon Lowe on the 10-day injured list with tendinitis in his left ankle.
Right-hander Manuel Rodriguez goes from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL to open a spot for Fairchild on the 40-man roster.
Fairchild has played in 28 games but only come to the plate 55 times this year, hitting .216/.273/.333.
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