Rays Acquire Pitchers Sampson, Rodriguez in Trade With Cubs

The Tampa Bay Rays acquired right-handed pitchers Adrian Sampson and Manuel Rodriguez from the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
Sampson, 31, has experience as both a starter and reliever at the major league level.
The Cubs received minor league righty Josh Roberson from the Rays in the trade.
The deal provides pitching depth for Tampa Bay while helping Chicago manage its 40-man roster.
Sampson and Rodriguez could provide value for the Rays' rotation or bullpen going forward.