Overview
- The teams announced a one-for-one deal that sends left-handed pitcher Joe Rock to Chicago and brings infielder Oliver Dunn to Tampa Bay.
- Chicago optioned Rock to Triple-A Charlotte and moved catcher Kyle Teel to the 60-day injured list to free a 40-man roster spot, which is required to add a player to the club’s reserve list.
- The Rays activated Dunn and placed infielder Ben Williamson on the injured list with a back strain, signaling a need for immediate infield cover.
- Rock shifted to short relief this year and has missed bats in the minors with a 34.6% strikeout rate, though his walks and hit batters have spiked after a 2025 season that included a brief MLB debut.
- Dunn, 28, offers defensive versatility and arrives with strong Triple-A production at .295/.393/.545 with nine home runs and nine steals, giving Tampa Bay a bat to plug into multiple spots.