"The Rays announced that first baseman Bob Seymour has been released to pursue an opportunity in Asia. No details were provided about which team or country he is heading to. He was already off the 40-man roster, as he was designated for assignment last week. Seymour, 27, has spent his entire professional career with the Rays thus far. A 13th-round pick from the 2021 draft, he crushed homers throughout his minor league career but also struck out quite a bit."
"He still has a full slate of options. Even if he were claimed off waivers after being designated for assignment this week, he was likely destined for another year of riding the bus in Triple-A. Instead, he'll head overseas somewhere, presumably for a bigger paycheck and a better opportunity. If he finds success wherever he is going, perhaps he will return to North America someday."
Bob Seymour, 27, was released to pursue an opportunity in Asia after being designated for assignment and already removed from the 40-man roster. A 13th-round pick in 2021, Seymour produced substantial power in the minors but also a high strikeout rate. In 2024 he hit 28 homers across Double-A and Triple-A with a .281/.351/.523 line and a 30.6% strikeout rate. In 2025 he hit 30 homers in 105 Triple-A games with a .263/.327/.553 line and a 25.7% strikeout rate. He had an 83-plate-appearance MLB stint with a .205/.253/.282 line and a 38.6% strikeout rate. He plays only first base and lacks speed, making consistent contact essential for major-league value. He still has minor-league options, but an overseas move likely offers better pay and opportunity, with potential for a North American return if successful.
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