Chandler Simpson's call back up to the MLB is Inevitable

In what was a shock to many originally the Tampa Bay Rays chose to option Chandler Simpson back to their triple-A affilate, the Durham Bulls. This brought back outfielder Jake Mangum from 10-day injured list. 

 Prior to being optioned, Simpson led the league in stolen bases since making his debut in the majors, and had a .330 batting average over his last 16 games. 

So why did the Rays end up doing this?  

It may have been to get one last look at a player they invested heavily in, Christopher Morel. Morel who has struggled since being acquired in a trade from the Chicago Cubs, has already been optioned twice. If the Rays were to option him a third time he would be forced to be put on waivers. 

Morel has improved his play since Simpson has gone back down to the minor leagues. His batting average in the month of May sat at .143, over June he has had a .310 BA. The Rays if they want to find a way to open up a spot for Simpson on the roster have to move off of someone. Even if that player is not Morel.

Simpson since being back in triple-A has a .358 batting average. His speed that fans have come to love has not gone anywhere either. Over 15 games he has nine stolen bases.