Rays Claim Pitcher Osvaldo Bido Off Waivers

The Tampa Bay Rays just dipped into the waiver wire and picked up right-hander Osvaldo Bido. They claimed him from the Atlanta Braves—a move that says a lot about Tampa Bay’s pitching approach and Bido’s uncertain MLB future.

The Rays didn’t need to make a corresponding 40-man move. Now, they’re taking a calculated gamble on a 30-year-old arm who’s shown some strikeout promise but hasn’t found consistency or kept the ball in the park.

Rays Claim Osvaldo Bido: A Low-Risk Pitching Flier

Both the Rays and Braves announced the transaction. Atlanta had just designated Bido for assignment after bringing in infielder Ha-Seong Kim.

The Braves had only claimed Bido themselves a few days earlier. The back end of a 40-man roster can get pretty volatile during the winter shuffle.

Tampa Bay, with an open roster spot, didn’t have to cut anyone to bring Bido in. That roster flexibility let them grab a pitcher who fits their usual mold: experienced, with interesting traits that maybe their system can sharpen.

Why the Braves Moved On So Quickly

Bido’s time with Atlanta ended before it really started. Once the Braves signed Kim, they needed the roster space and let Bido go.

Atlanta’s pitching staff is mostly set, so Bido was more of a luxury than a necessity. He became the type of arm who gets cycled through waivers in the offseason.

Osvaldo Bido’s 2025 Season: From Rotation Hope to Long Relief

Bido spent 2025 with the Oakland A’s, starting the year in their rotation. It looked like an opportunity, but things got rocky fast.

In his first nine starts, Bido struggled and the A’s sent him to Triple-A in mid-May. That demotion pretty much ended his run as a full-time starter.

Numbers That Tell a Mixed Story

When Bido came back to Oakland, he pitched mostly in long relief. He made just one more start—a short, rough outing against the Tigers—then settled into the bullpen.

His season numbers with Oakland paint a picture of inconsistency:

He’s got swing-and-miss stuff, but command and home-run issues keep holding him back.

Career Track Record: Flashes of Ability, Lingering Questions

Bido has pitched nearly 200 MLB innings between the A’s and Pirates. He hasn’t quite turned potential into steady performance.

His career line:

That puts him in the “fringe starter/depth arm” group. Still, Tampa Bay often spots value where others just see roster churn.

What the Rays Might See in Bido

The Rays have a knack for finding overlooked pitchers and helping them improve. For Bido, that might mean:

If Tampa Bay can move him from a homer-prone starter to a carefully managed multi-inning reliever, he could look pretty different.

Fighting for a Roster Spot in a Crowded Rays Staff

Bido’s challenge isn’t just about pitching better—it’s about finding a spot on a staff with lots of options already.

The Rays’ rotation is anchored by three strong arms:

Veteran lefty Steven Matz is in as a possible starter. Ian Seymour and Joe Boyle are in the mix as depth pieces who can move between Triple-A and the majors.

No Options, No Margin for Error

Bido’s biggest hurdle isn’t just performance—he’s out of minor league options. The Rays can’t send him to Triple-A without putting him through waivers again.

To complicate things, the Rays already have Yoendrys Gómez lined up for multi-inning relief. That’s probably the same role Bido would fill.

If he wants to stick, he’ll need to:

What This Move Means for Tampa Bay

Claiming Osvaldo Bido feels like a classic Rays move. It’s low-cost, low-risk, and there’s at least a glimmer of upside.

If their pitching lab works its usual magic, Tampa Bay might get another flexible arm without giving up prospects or big money. If not, well, they can just let him go, like Atlanta did.

For Bido, though, this really matters. He’s got a shot to show that his late-season strikeout surge wasn’t just a fluke—and maybe, with the right support, he’s more than just another waiver claim.

 
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