Impact Criswell went 3.1 scoreless innings in a bulk relief role in Wednesday's win over the Twins and his reward is a trip back to the minors. He's being replaced by Yonny Chirinos, who will start Thursday.
JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Optioned to Triple-A Criswell was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Thursday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Likely to work in bulk role Criswell is expected to serve as a bulk reliever behind opening pitcher Shawn Armstrong in Wednesday's game against the Twins, Kristie Ackert of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Impact Armstrong is unlikely to work more than once through the order before turning the game over to the bullpen, with Criswell being the primary candidate to cover multiple innings behind him. Criswell has yet to make a start for the Rays this season but has covered at least 2.1 innings in each of his five appearances with the big club, pitching to a 6.11 ERA and 1.64 WHIP.
JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Recalled from Triple-A Criswell was recalled from Triple-A Durham on Tuesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Impact Criswell is expected to be used as a bulk reliever behind a yet-to-be-announced opener. The 26-year-old has made five bulk relief appearances for the Rays this season, holding a 6.11 ERA.
JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returned to Triple-A Criswell was returned to Triple-A following Saturday's doubleheader against the Red Sox.
Impact Criswell was appointed the 27th man for the twin bill against the Red Sox, but he'll head back to Durham to provide pitching depth in the minors.
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for doubleheader Criswell was called up to serve as the 27th man for Saturday's doubleheader against the Red Sox.
Impact Criswell has worked as a bulk reliever four times this season, struggling to a 6.46 ERA across 15.1 innings of work. He could be called on to fill a similar role behind opener Trevor Kelley in the first half of Saturday's twin bill.
JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Optioned to minors Criswell was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Saturday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Impact Criswell threw four innings as a bulk reliever Friday against the Dodgers, picking up the win. His reward will be a trip back to the minors to make room for the return of Tyler Glasnow (oblique).
MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Earns win as bulk reliever Criswell (1-1) earned the win in Friday's 9-3 win over the Dodgers, allowing one run on four hits and three walks while striking out four over four innings.
Impact Criswell struggled as a bulk reliever versus Milwaukee last Sunday, but he got another chance in that role versus the Dodgers and didn't disappoint. He's made four appearances this season across two big-league stints and holds a 6.46 ERA, 1.63 WHIP and 17:6 K:BB. Despite his solid outing Friday, Criswell is a candidate to be sent down to Triple-A when Tyler Glasnow is activated off injured reserve this weekend.
MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Criswell gets 1st win, Rays beat Dodgers 9-3 in matchup of division leaders
Cooper Criswell earned his first big league win, Yandy Díaz homered and drove in two runs, and the major league-best Tampa Bay Rays beat the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers 9-3MAY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
In line for bulk duty Friday Criswell is expected to serve as a bulk reliever Friday versus the Dodgers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Impact Criswell didn't pitch all that well as a bulk reliever Sunday against the Brewers, but he'll stick around and be used again later this week. He will then likely be sent down when Tyler Glasnow (oblique) makes his season debut Saturday.
MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Goes 4.2 innings as long reliever Criswell (0-1) took the loss in Sunday's 6-4 loss against the Brewers. He allowed five runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out three over 4.2 innings.
Impact Criswell made his first MLB appearance since April 21, going 4.2 innings in relief of Jalen Beeks, who served as an opener for the contest. Criswell served up two-run homers to Rowdy Tellez in the fourth and William Contreras in the fifth on the way to a season-high 5 runs allowed. Though Criswell could work his way into streaming conversations if he continues to work in long relief, the 26-year-old can largely be ignored in season-long formats.
MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Called up Sunday Criswell was called up from Triple-A Durham on Sunday, Steve Carney of StPeteNine.com reports.
Impact Criswell will return to the majors after being sent down April 22. The right-hander has surrendered five runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out 10 batters over 6.2 frames in two appearances with Tampa Bay this season. Criswell has been more effective with Durham, posting a 3.38 ERA over 29.1 innings in seven appearances, including six starts. It's possible that he's asked to make spot start in the near future, but he'll replace Ryan Thompson on the major-league roster nonetheless.
MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sent back to minors Criswell was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Saturday, Tricia Whitaker of Bally Sports Sun reports.
Impact Criswell allowed five runs in 6.2 innings since getting his contract selected Monday, though that did come with a 10:2 K:BB. He could return in a low-leverage role later this season, but for now it will be Hector Perez who takes his spot.
APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cooper Criswell makes best of surprising second chance with Rays Notes | The right-hander claimed on waivers from the Angels in July was summoned to make a start and did better than in his 2021 debut.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • TAMPABAY.COM
Outrighted to Triple-A Criswell was outrighted to Triple-A Durham on Thursday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.
Impact Criswell was claimed off waivers from the Angels on Saturday but went unclaimed after being designated for assignment by Tampa Bay on Tuesday. He'll still report to Durham as planned after being cast off the 40-man roster.
JULY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
DFA'd on Tuesday The Rays designated Criswell (shoulder) for assignment Tuesday.
Impact The move comes three days after Tampa Bay claimed Criswell off waivers from the Angels. Prior to being claimed, Criswell had resided on the Angels' 60-day injured list due to an inflamed shoulder, but the 25-year-old is seemingly healthy after he made a five-inning rehab start for Double-A Rocket City on July 13. The 25-year-old will likely remain in Tampa Bay's organization as a member of the Triple-A Durham rotation if he goes unclaimed after losing his 40-man roster spot.
JULY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Claimed by Rays Criswell (shoulder) was claimed off waivers by the Rays and optioned to Triple-A Durham on Saturday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.
Impact Criswell has been out all year while recovering from shoulder inflammation, and the Angels evidently didn't have a spot available for him now that he's healthy. He posted a 3.50 ERA and 24:4 K:BB across 18 rehab innings but will remain in the minors for now.
JULY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starts up rehab assignment Criswell (shoulder) struck out one in a scoreless inning Monday during his rehab assignment with the Angels' rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate.
Impact Criswell has resided on the Angels' 60-day injured list all season after he was diagnosed with shoulder inflammation during spring training. After resuming a throwing program and ramping up in recent weeks, Criswell has reached the final stage of his recovery from the injury. He'll likely make several more minor-league rehab appearances before the Angels activate him.
JUNE 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sim game on tap Criswell (shoulder) is expected to begin throwing simulated games next week, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.
Impact Criswell hasn't pitched at all this season after being diagnosed with shoulder inflammation in late March. He recently faced live hitters for the first time and is now expected to progress to tossing simulated games. Criswell doesn't necessarily have a major-league roster spot waiting for him, but he could feasibly begin pitching in minor-league contests by the end of June.
JUNE 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Shifts to 60-day IL Criswell (shoulder) was placed on the 60-day injured list Friday.
Impact Criswell landed on the 10-day IL earlier this week with shoulder inflammation, and he's now been transferred to the 60-day IL in order to free up a spot on the 40-man roster. The 25-year-old will now be sidelined until at least the start of June and isn't guaranteed a spot in the majors once fully recovered.
APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Placed on injured list Criswell (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday.
Impact Criswell has been dealing with shoulder inflammation since mid-March and will be unavailable to begin the regular season. He doesn't yet have a timetable for his return, and he isn't guaranteed a major-league roster spot once he's healthy.
APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Shut down with shoulder issue Criswell is dealing with shoulder inflammation and has been shut down, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.
Impact Criswell made his major-league debut last season, giving up three runs in 1.1 innings in his lone appearance. His delayed spring will likely take him out of the running for an Opening Day roster spot, though it didn't appear as if he was likely to win one even if healthy.
MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sent back down Criswell was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Monday.
Impact Criswell was recalled Saturday, but he didn't make any appearances during his stint with the major-league club. He'll head back to Salt Lake, where he's recorded a 6.75 ERA and 1.61 WHIP in 36 innings across seven starts this year.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Rejoins big-league club Criswell was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Saturday.
Impact Criswell made his MLB debut in late August but was demoted after giving up three runs on six hits over 1.1 innings. The right-hander started in that outing but figures to work out of the bullpen this time around.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
