Jake Fraley: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 26

Rays Still Need Corner Outfield Help Even With Jake Fraley Returning to Team

One of the biggest needs that the Tampa Bay Rays had coming into the offseason was to upgrade their outfield. This team struggled to find consistent production from that positional group throughout 2025.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 26

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Signs Major League Deal With Rays

Former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley signed a Major League deal with the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. Earlier this month, the Rays had claimed Fraley, but designated him for assignment last week.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 26

Rays Sign Veteran Outfielder to $3 Million Deal to Help Improve Lineup

As free agency continues on, the Tampa Bay Rays recently made one of their first significant signings of the winter. Coming into the offseason, the Rays were a team to keep an eye on with new ownership coming in.

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Jake Fraley News / Last Word On Sports / November 26

Assessing Rays Outfield After Signing Jake Fraley

The Tampa Bay Rays knew what they were doing all along. They brought back Jake Fraley after letting him go, signing him to a one-year deal on Tuesday. Fraley, 30, has bounced around, and the Rays claimed him mere days after sending him packing.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Tampa Bay Rays News / ESPN / November 25

Fraley lands back with Rays on 1-year, $3M deal

After cutting him loose last week, the Tampa Bay Rays signed outfielder Jake Fraley to a one-year, $3 million contract on Tuesday.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25

Rays sign former Reds outfielder

The Rays are in agreement on a one-year, major league contract with outfielder Jake Fraley, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / November 19

Rays Cut Ties With 7-Year Veteran Outfielder After Less Than Two Weeks

Major League Baseball roster moves are a convoluted, exciting business. Outfielder Jake Fraley found that out the hard way this year. After spending three

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 19

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Designated for Assignment

Former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley was designated for assignment on Tuesday by the Tampa Bay Rays. The Rays had just claimed Fraley off waivers earlier this month.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Rays to designate Christopher Morel, Jake Fraley for assignment

Tampa Bay acquired Morel as the headliner of the trade that sent Isaac Paredes to the Cubs ahead of the 2024 trade deadline.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 15

Rays’ Erik Neander discusses outfield, catcher

As the Rays map out their offseason plans, the front office has an area of the roster they’re highlighting as the priority.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 13

Recent Addition Could Provide Spark for Rays' Offense Against Right-Handed Pitching

The Tampa Bay Rays have entered the offseason and have already started to shake things up for the 2026 campaign. Following a disappointing year by their standards in 2025, the Rays are focused on improving this winter and getting back into playoff contention next season.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 7

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Claimed by Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays claimed former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley off of waivers on Thursday. Fraley was released by the Reds in August and the Atlanta Braves picked him up.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 6

Atlanta Braves Outfielder Claimed Off Waivers By Rays

The Atlanta Braves has seen a piece of their outfield depth depart on the waiver wire. The team announced that Jake Fraley has been claimed off waivers by the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Rays claim Jake Fraley off waivers amid frenzy of roster moves

The Rays claimed outfielder Jake Fraley off waivers from the Braves.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 29

Former Reds Outfielder Has High Praise for Organization After Departure

Jake Fraley was designated for assignment by the Reds earlier this month. He spoke with YouTube reporter Tyler Boronski earlier this week about his time with the Reds and had nothing but good things to say about the organization.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 19

Braves claim OF Jake Fraley, recall RHP Dane Dunning

The Atlanta Braved claimed outfielder Jake Fraley off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday and recalled right-hander Dane Dunning from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 19

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Could Benefit From Change of Scenery

The Cincinnati Reds designated outfielder Jake Fraley for assignment on August 17. The timing of the move felt odd. Manager Terry Francona spoke to reporters after Saturday night's loss to the Brewers and said that the 30-year-old outfielder had hyperextended his knee on a play against the Milwaukee Brewers.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 19

Braves Claim Outfielder Off Waivers From Reds

The Atlanta Braves add more outfield depth ahead of Tuesday's game with the White Sox. They announced they claimed outfielder Jake Fraley off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Braves claim OF off waivers from Reds

The Braves announced that they have claimed outfielder Jake Fraley off waivers from the Reds. Cincinnati designated him for assignment a couple of days ago.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 18

There’s Just One Logical Reason Behind the Reds Moving On From Jake Fraley

The Cincinnati Reds decided to let go of Jake Fraley on Sunday and there is only one scenario that makes this make sense. Let’s begin with Reds manager Terry Francona.

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / August 17

Reds DFA Jake Fraley, recall fellow OF Will Benson

The Cincinnati Reds designated outfielder Jake Fraley for assignment prior to Sunday's game against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers. Cincinnati recalled outfielder Will Benson from Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 17