PT TODAY: Smith injury creates opportunity in TB

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Rays | Mallex Smith on disabled list
Tampa Bay Rays OF Mallex Smith (illness) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Saturday, Aug. 25, because of a viral infection. The team also recalled RHP Andrew Kittredge from Class AAA Durham.   Source: MLBRosterMoves
 
BHQ take: Smith was hospitalized, requiring IV fluids and antibiotics for the infection, but is expected to return to the lineup once the 10 days are up. Playing time will likely be spread across other OF eligibles, but Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reported that this could be an opportunity for trade-deadline acquisition Austin Meadows to get some...

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