Rays Trim Spring Roster, Keegan Sent to Minors

The Tampa Bay Rays have trimmed their spring training roster to 57 players, sending catcher Dominic Keegan and three pitchers to the minors. Keegan, a key prospect for their long-term catching needs, needs more time at Triple-A Durham to improve his defense. Manager Kevin Cash emphasized the importance of strong defense for Keegans path to the majors. The team has solid options behind the plate, so theyre patient with Keegans bat-first profile after his elbow injury last year. Injuries are sidelining a few stars, including designated hitter Yandy Diaz with a sore left hand and center fielder Cedric Mullins with a tight back. The Rays edged the Braves 9-8 in their latest game, with Brayden Taylors tying homer and late rallies. Shane McClanahan is set to make his second spring start, and Junior Caminero crushed a homer for the Dominican team in the World Baseball Classic. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/406f7bb027a3295c