Rodriguez didn't break camp with the Rays, but was recalled early in the 2024 campaign to serve a low-to-mid leverage role for Tampa Bay. After a few weeks, the 28-year-old righty was optioned to the minors, where he excelled for Triple-A Durham (1.09 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, 28:6 K:BB over 24.2 innings with five saves). Upon rejoining the Rays bullpen before the All-Star break, Rodriguez saw plenty of high-leverage work, racking up two wins, two saves and nine holds the rest of the way. This came with a 1.93 ERA and 0.89 WHIP over his final 28 innings, giving him a leg up for a role in the Rays' 2025 Opening Day bullpen, especially since he has no options remaining. Rodriguez hasn't struck many batters out over 69 big-league innings, but did post a 12.6 K/9 over seven seasons in the minors. There is certainly room for improvement in that category along with upside for 20-plus saves-plus-holds over a full season in the majors. Read Past Outlooks