Forrest Whitley

The Tampa Bay Rays selected Forrest Whitley to the major-league roster on Thursday. The 28-year-old right-hander made appearances for both Houston and Tampa Bay during the 2025 season.

Fantasy Impact

Whitley struggled in 12 big-league innings last season, posting a 13.50 ERA and 2.25 WHIP. He performed significantly better at Triple-A Durham, where he logged a 2.60 ERA and 1.00 WHIP across 55.1 innings.

The Rays sent Forrest Whitley outright to Triple-A Durham.

Fantasy Impact

Whitley passed through waivers unclaimed after he was designated for assignment. He'll remain in the Rays organization.

The Rays designated RHP Forrest Whitley for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Whitley made five appearances for the Rays. He will head back to waivers.

The Tampa Bay Rays activated Forrest Whitley to their roster.

Fantasy Impact

Whitley was acquired by Tampa Bay in a trade last week. Mason Englert was optioned as the corresponding move.

The Houston Astros have traded Forrest Whitley to the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations.

Fantasy Impact

Despite his pedigree as the 17th overall pick in the 2016 draft, Whitley has faced challenges in the majors this season, giving up 10 earned runs and six walks over just 7.1 innings. He's now been granted a new opportunity, joining the Tampa Bay Rays organization in hopes of finding his form and building on his potential.