The Tampa Bay Rays could be very active on the trade market this offseason. They have a few needs on their roster that have to be addressed, with catcher being at the top of that list.
In-house options exist at shortstop and in the outfield, but competition could be brought in at both of those spots as well. President of baseball operations Erik Neander has mentioned specifically the kind of upgrades the team is hoping to make with its outfield group.
The Rays could plug those holes, or any other organizational needs, by trading away some veterans on the roster. Closer Pete Fairbanks is expected to be a popular name on the trade market, as is designated hitter Yandy Diaz.
Alas, neither of them made the list that Jim Bowden of The Athletic (subscription required) put together of the 10 likeliest stars to be traded this offseason. But one of their teammates did make the cut.
Brandon Lowe considered top trade candidate this offseason