Report: A's claim Rays SS Yunel Escobar off waivers, trade unlikely
The Oakland Athletics claimed Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Yunel Escobar off revocable waivers Sunday but a trade is unlikely, reports the Tampa Bay Times.
The two sides have until 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday to complete a deal. The Rays can trade Escobar, release him or pull him back to the team.
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All teams routinely put players on revocable waivers this time of year, but it's rare for there to be a match between the posting and claiming teams. The Rays are believed to have several other players who have been claimed.
Escobar, who signed a two-year extension with a club option for 2017 earlier this season, is hitting .253 with four home runs and 31 RBI in 2014. The 31-year-old has also played for the Braves and Blue Jays in his eight-year career.
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