LF,RF - Tampa Bay Rays NRI
- Age 29
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
2026 Outlook
- Draft Rank (ECR)
- N/A
- Best / Worst
- N/A / N/A
- ADP
- N/A
Eligibility
- Yahoo
- LF,RF
- ESPN
- RF
- CBS
- RF
Availability
Edward Olivares has signed a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays. The contract comes with an invitation to the Rays' Spring Training camp.
Fantasy Impact
Olivares comes back after playing for the Orix Buffaloes in Japan last season. He batted .213 in 61 games for Orix after being released by the Mets last January. Olivares brings plenty of big league experience to the Rays with nearly 1,000 plate appearances in five seasons. He has slashed .254/.306/.407 with the Padres, Royals, and Pirates. His best season came in 2023 when he batted .263 with 12 home runs and 11 stolen bases in 107 games with the Royals. Olivares gives the Rays another right-handed batting option in their left-handed heavy outfield.
The Pirates sent Edward Olivares outright to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Fantasy Impact
Olivares went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment. He'll remain in the Pirates organization.
The Pirates have designated Edward Olivares for assignment.
Fantasy Impact
Olivares was struggling in Triple-A after being optioned last month. The veteran will hit the waiver wire.
The Pirates have optioned Edward Olivares to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Fantasy Impact
Olivares has seen his playing time dwindle recently with Joshua Palacios starting in right field more regularly. He will look to find his swing down in Triple-A.
Edward Olivares is not in the Pirates lineup on Monday against the Mets.
Fantasy Impact
Olivares gets the day off to open the week. Joshua Palacios is back in right field in his place.
