Rays Place McClanahan On IL With Back Tightness

Rays president Erik Neander described the injury as "pretty minor," with the two-time All-Star expected to miss just "two starts." Right-hander Alex Cook was called up from Triple-A Durham Bulls to provide bullpen depth, not fill McClanahan's rotation spot. Cook has a 3.78 ERA in Triple-A with a 28.5% strikeout rate.

McClanahan has a 3.09 ERA and 9-6 record this season, but the injury comes amid his history of arm issues, including Tommy John surgery in 2023 and triceps nerve irritation surgery in 2024. The Rays may explore trade options with the deadline approaching on August 3. saltysenoritaaz.com