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Rays Acquire Brett Wisely, Ken Waldichuk From Braves for Cash or PTBNL

Tampa Bay adds a no-options utility infielder plus a left-handed depth arm with minor-league flexibility after Tommy John recovery.

Sep 26, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Henry Davis (32) steals second base against Atlanta Braves second base Brett Wisely (60) during the second inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • The Braves confirmed the January 12 deal sending infielder Brett Wisely and left-hander Ken Waldichuk to Tampa Bay for cash considerations or a player to be named later.
  • To open two 40-man roster spots, the Rays designated right-hander Osvaldo Bido and infielder Tsung-Che Cheng for assignment.
  • Wisely, 26, returns to the organization that drafted him in 2019 as a versatile left-handed hitter who has appeared at every infield spot and the outfield across 168 MLB games and is out of minor-league options.
  • Waldichuk, 28, a former Top-100 prospect, underwent Tommy John surgery in 2024 and posted an 8.17 ERA with 68 strikeouts and 42 walks in 54 minor-league innings during his 2025 return.
  • Both players are expected to be evaluated in Spring Training, with Wisely needing to earn a roster spot and Waldichuk offering optionable pitching depth.