TAMPA, Fla. — The Rays continue to add depth to their roster as the team looks to stay in first place in the American League East.
ESPN Senior MLB Insider Jeff Passan said the Rays are acquiring catcher Liam Hicks in a trade with the Miami Marlins.
The 27-year-old catcher has had 14 home runs, 62 RBIs, with a .282 average so far in 2026.
BREAKING: The Tampa Bay Rays are acquiring catcher Liam Hicks in a trade with the Miami Marlins, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 3, 2026
The Rays continued to make moves as the trade deadline approached at 6 p.m. ET on Aug. 3, adding relief pitcher Tyler Wells from the Baltimore Orioles.
The Tampa Bay Rays are acquiring right-handed reliever Tyler Wells from the Baltimore Orioles, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 3, 2026
Earlier today, the Rays traded for pitcher Freddy Peralta from the Mets in exchange for three minor league prospects.
Catching Rays with Victor Mesa Jr.
Sports anchor Kyle Burger and Victor Mesa Jr. had “Catching Rays” conversation about Mesa Jr.’s Cuban roots, his famous father, and how he brings the good vibes to the Rays clubhouse.
