PT TOMORROW: AL East—Shortstop shift on tap in TAM

Tampa Bay Rays

The inclusion of Matt Duffy (3B, TAM) in the Matt Moore (LHP, SF) trade, curious at first blush, was clarified when it was reported that the Rays intend to make Duffy their new starting shortstop upon his return from an Achilles injury, something on track to happen as soon as the end of this week.

Lame-duck shortstop Brad Miller (SS, TAM) has said he is “extremely disappointed” by the news, given that he considers himself a shortstop. But the statistics, which place Miller 25th in fielding percentage and 26th in range factor, suggest that the move should not have been a total surprise.

Tampa has made clear, however, that it values Miller’s bat in the lineup. First base is apparently Miller’s main destination once Duffy is...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Tomorrow

Following the free agency departure of Corbin Burnes, will Baltimore add another starter or will internal options such as Trevor Rogers have to step up? Plus, uncertainty in the NYY infield, BOS' closer role in flux, and more.
Dec 30 2024 3:00am
The Royals have already added an infielder and may be looking to add more, which could cut into the playing time of Maikel Garcia. Plus, White Sox rotation sans their ace, and more from around the division.
Dec 26 2024 11:27am
NL West: Holes in the SD OF and rotation; back of rotation options for ARI and SF; and OF questions for LA and COL.
Dec 24 2024 3:20am
With Kyle Tucker out of town, the Astros need another starting outfielder, and Zach Dezenzo could be that replacement.
FREE
Dec 20 2024 9:02am

Tools