Caballero is likely to be the Rays' Opening Day shortstop, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Things could always change if the Rays make further additions, of course, but as things stand right now, Caballero appears to be the favorite to man shortstop in the opener. Acquired earlier this month in a trade with the Mariners, Caballero slashed .221/.343/.320 with four homers and 26 stolen bases over 104 contests in 2023. The 27-year-old could just be keeping the seat warm until Junior Caminero is ready.
Jose Caballero Traded to Rays
The Rays acquired Caballero from the Mariners on Friday in exchange for Luke Raley, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Caballero will be in the mix to start at shortstop if Taylor Walls (hip) isn't ready and the Rays decide Junior Caminero isn't ready. He can also play second base and shortstop and is under team control through 2029, offering Tampa Bay the flexibility it covets. Caballero slashed .221/.343/.320 with four homers and 26 stolen bases over 104 contests for the Mariners in 2023.
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