Brian Van Belle

The Rays released RHP Brian Van Belle.

Fantasy Impact

Van Belle is slated to miss all of next season after undergoing elbow surgery earlier this offseason. He'll look to make a full recovery before potentially signing with a team next offseason.

The Rays outrighted Brian Van Belle to Triple-A Durham on Thursday. Van Belle was diagnosed with a UCL sprain in September, and Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports that he underwent surgery and will miss the entire 2026 season. The specific procedure was not disclosed, though a Tommy John operation would have been the second of his career. Van Belle will remain with the organization while rehabbing.

Fantasy Impact

Van Belle is expected to miss all of 2026 due to his elbow surgery and will not factor into fantasy formats.

The Rays transferred Brian Van Belle to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Van Belle is officially out for the season. The move opens a roster spot for Tampa Bay.

The Tampa Bay Rays placed Brian Van Belle on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Van Belle felt a "pulling sensation" in the inside of his throwing elbow after throwing a sweeper on Friday against the Cleveland Guardians. He still felt pain on Saturday and will undergo an MRI to determine the severity and a timeline for his return. In a corresponding move, Joe Rock was recalled from Triple-A Durham.

The Rays recalled RHP Brian Van Belle from Triple-A Durham.

Fantasy Impact

Van Belle will take the roster spot of Joe Boyle who was optioned. It is unclear what role he'll be stepping into.