Overview
- Madrigal signed a minor-league contract with the Rays on Sunday and is expected to report to Triple-A Durham as organizational infield depth.
- He became a free agent after declining an outright assignment from the Los Angeles Angels following a June 22 designation for assignment when the Angels cleared roster space.
- Madrigal missed the entire 2025 season after shoulder surgery and returned in 2026, hitting .273/.385/.295 in 52 plate appearances for the Angels before his June DFA.
- A former No. 4 overall pick with six major-league seasons, Madrigal is a contact-oriented, high-walk, low-power hitter who has primarily played second and third base and has logged occasional shortstop and outfield innings.
- Madrigal’s limited optionability relative to some Triple-A infielders could shape how the Rays use him and means a promotion is likely only if Tampa Bay needs immediate, dependable infield help.