The Tampa Bay Rays have agreed to a Major League contract with Craig Kimbrel, according to a source, adding an experienced arm to their bullpen.
The club has not confirmed the move, which was first reported by The Athletic. Kimbrel could join Tampa Bay’s bullpen in time for Tuesday night’s game against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards.
The Rays have room for Kimbrel on their 40-man roster, but they will have to make a corresponding move to add him to their active roster.
Kimbrel, who will turn 38 on Thursday, was designated for assignment by the Mets last Friday after going 0-2 with a 6.00 ERA and 15 strikeouts in 15 innings. He cleared waivers and became a free agent when he declined a Minor League assignment.