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08-05-2008, 04:15 PM
Devil Rays Optioned Gomes to make room on the 25 man roster. What does this mean?
Can another team pick him up or what?
The Devil Rays website has no info besides what is below....
ST. PETERSBURG -- Prior to Tuesday night's game against the Indians, the Rays recalled infielder Ben Zobrist from Triple-A Durham and optioned outfielder Jonny Gomes to make room on the 25-man roster. Zobrist will be in the starting lineup on Tuesday.
The move was necessary given that shortstop Jason Bartlett is day-to-day after his right index finger was hit by a pitch on Sunday, leaving the Rays low on infield options. Manager Joe Maddon gave Willy Aybar his first Major League start at shortstop on Monday and has been vocal about leaving Evan Longoria at third base.
Though the recall of Zobrist will primarily give the club depth in the field, his right-handed bat could also be of use.
Zobrist showcased some power when Bartlett was hurt earlier this season, and he has continued to swing a hot bat for Durham. The 27-year-old was named the International League Batter of the Week for the period from July 28 to Aug. 3. He hit .583 with six RBIs, a .833 slugging percentage and two home runs.
Meanwhile, Gomes has been mostly delegated to a bench role this season and has struggled to find his stroke at the plate. In 69 games, he is batting just .182 with eight home runs and 19 RBIs.
Can another team pick him up or what?
The Devil Rays website has no info besides what is below....
ST. PETERSBURG -- Prior to Tuesday night's game against the Indians, the Rays recalled infielder Ben Zobrist from Triple-A Durham and optioned outfielder Jonny Gomes to make room on the 25-man roster. Zobrist will be in the starting lineup on Tuesday.
The move was necessary given that shortstop Jason Bartlett is day-to-day after his right index finger was hit by a pitch on Sunday, leaving the Rays low on infield options. Manager Joe Maddon gave Willy Aybar his first Major League start at shortstop on Monday and has been vocal about leaving Evan Longoria at third base.
Though the recall of Zobrist will primarily give the club depth in the field, his right-handed bat could also be of use.
Zobrist showcased some power when Bartlett was hurt earlier this season, and he has continued to swing a hot bat for Durham. The 27-year-old was named the International League Batter of the Week for the period from July 28 to Aug. 3. He hit .583 with six RBIs, a .833 slugging percentage and two home runs.
Meanwhile, Gomes has been mostly delegated to a bench role this season and has struggled to find his stroke at the plate. In 69 games, he is batting just .182 with eight home runs and 19 RBIs.