Michael Grove, a former relief pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, has signed a major league contract with the Tampa Bay Rays as he recovers from shoulder surgery. The Rays needed to fill a roster spot after right-hander Ryan Pepiot was moved to the 60-day injured list. Grove, who pitched for the Dodgers from 2022 to 2024, has a career 5.48 ERA and has faced injury challenges, including a recent move to the injured list due to right hip inflammation. The Rays, recognized for their ability to develop pitchers, are taking a low-risk gamble on Grove, who was previously waived by the Dodgers. Grove's goal is to demonstrate that he can succeed despite the Dodgers' decision to move on from him, leveraging his potential to contribute positively to the Rays' pitching staff.