Pete Fairbanks Placed on 15-Day IL Due to Nerve-Related Issues

The Tampa Bay Rays have sidelined their closer after recurring numbness in his fingers, affecting his performance.

Pete Fairbanks has been struggling with numbness in his fingers, leading to his placement on the 15-day injured list.
The nerve-related issues flared up again over the weekend, prompting further medical evaluation.
Fairbanks has had a challenging season, with a 9.00 ERA and eight walks over seven innings.
The Rays have recalled Kevin Kelly from Triple-A Durham to fill Fairbanks' roster spot.
Tampa Bay plans to manage the closer role by committee, considering various relievers for late-game situations.