Rays trade Luplow to Diamondbacks

The Tampa Bay Rays traded outfielder Jordan Luplow to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for infielder Ronny Simon, the teams announced Friday.

To make room on the 40-man roster, the Diamondbacks designated right-handed pitcher Brett de Geus for assignment.

Luplow, 28, was acquired by the Rays midseason last year along with DJ Johnson in a deal that sent Peyton Battenfield to the Cleveland Guardians. In 25 games down the stretch, the former third-round pick hit .246/.319/.477 with four homers and one steal. He also went 2-for-7 with one double and one home run in four postseason appearances.

The 21-year-old Simon hit .245/.329/.454 with 17 homers and 19 stolen bases while playing 97 games across two minor-league levels last year, appearing at second base, third base, and shortstop. He was originally signed as an international prospect by the Chicago Cubs.