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Rays Promote Cole Wilcox; Braves Claim Ragsdale

9/19/2025

Summary

Story summary

On September 17, the Tampa Bay Rays promoted pitcher Cole Wilcox to their MLB roster after five seasons in the Minors.
Wilcox, drafted by the Padres in 2020, underwent Tommy John surgery in 2021.
The Rays traded for outfielder Marshall Toole from the Yankees, who performed well in Low-A Tampa.
The Braves claimed pitcher Carson Ragsdale off waivers; he previously debuted for the Orioles on September 14.
Ragsdale, a fourth-round pick in 2020, struggled in his debut, allowing eight runs in three innings.

History

Historical Context

In 2011, Major League Baseball established a Collective Bargaining Agreement that transformed player development and roster management. The Tampa Bay Rays, known for their innovative strategies, drafted Cole Wilcox in 2020, a year when 1,200 players were selected. This focus on integrating talent from their farm system has become crucial for team competitiveness in the evolving landscape of MLB.

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Story summary

On September 17, the Tampa Bay Rays promoted pitcher Cole Wilcox to their MLB roster after five seasons in the Minors.
Wilcox, drafted by the Padres in 2020, underwent Tommy John surgery in 2021.
The Rays traded for outfielder Marshall Toole from the Yankees, who performed well in Low-A Tampa.
The Braves claimed pitcher Carson Ragsdale off waivers; he previously debuted for the Orioles on September 14.
Ragsdale, a fourth-round pick in 2020, struggled in his debut, allowing eight runs in three innings.

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