Before the trade, Faedo was designated for assignment by the Tigers last week to create room on the 40-man roster for the new reliever Tommy Kahnle, meaning Faedo would've landed on waivers had the Rays not acquired him in a trade.

The Rays added an intriguing arm to their bullpen on Monday, acquiring Tampa native Alex Faedo from the Tigers for catching prospect Enderson Delgado and cash considerations. To make room for Faedo on their 40-man roster,