Jacob Waguespack

The Tampa Bay Rays have released right-hander Jacob Waguespack.

Fantasy Impact

The Rays designated the right-hander for assignment on July 25, and he is now a free agent. He could latch on to a club looking for pitching depth, considering his 0.46 ERA in 19 2/3 innings of relief with Triple-A Durham this season.

The Rays have designated right-hander Jacob Waguespack for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

The Rays needed to clear a 40-man roster spot for Johnny DeLuca who returned from the 60-day injured list on Friday and Waguespack is the roster casualty. The righty hasn't appeared for the Rays this season but posted a tidy 0.46 ERA across 15 appearances with Triple-A Durham.

The Rays sent Jacob Waguespack to Triple-A Durham on Wednesday, per team updates, despite a strong spring showing in Grapefruit League action.

Fantasy Impact

Waguespack’s 6 scoreless innings with 7 strikeouts and 6 baserunners in spring play couldn’t snag a Rays Opening Day bullpen spot, landing him in Durham Wednesday as a swingman after 4 starts there in 2024. The 31-year-old’s versatility stands out. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues should stash him, eyeing a midseason call-up if Tampa Bay needs bullpen depth in 2025.

Jacob Waguespack is starting a rehab assignment Tuesday in the Florida Complex League.

Fantasy Impact

Waguespack has been sidelined since the first week of May with a shoulder strain. He has a chance to be activated near the All-Star break.

The Rays transferred Jacob Waguespack to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

This move was made to open up a roster spot for the addition of Richard Lovelady. Waguespack was recently called up by Tampa Bay to be placed on the 15-day IL.