The Twins traded Arcia to the Rays on Friday in exchange for a player to be named or cash, Dustin Morse of the Twins reports.

EDGE Analysis

It took over a week for Arcia's next step to be determined after he was designated for assignment last week, and it turns out he will remain in the AL, but head to a new squad. It's not clear exactly what role Arcia will fill with his new squad, but three Rays outfielders are already on the disabled list, so he could see action in the corner outfield spots right away.

Arcia was designated for assignment Thursday, Phil Mackey of ESPN 1500 in the Twin Cities reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Danny Santana (hamstring) returning from the disabled list, the Twins cleared a roster spot by DFA'ing the 25-year-old outfielder. Arcia slashed .214/.289/.369 with 46 strikeouts in 103 at-bats this season. He'll now be placed on waivers but could remain with the organization if he goes unclaimed.

Arcia (foot) grounded out as a pinch hitter and later played right field in Saturday's loss to Boston.

EDGE Analysis

Arcia left Thursday's game with a right foot contusion and did not play the past two games. Max Kepler looks like the regular starter in right field with Arcia set to get some playing time, but either could take over the role if they get hot at the plate while Miguel Sano is on the DL.

Arcia (foot) is out of the lineup for Saturday's matchup with Boston, Phil Miller of the Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Arcia will be sidelined for a second straight game as he nurses a foot contusion injury. The 25-year-old is batting .143 over his last 11 games so some time off could do him well physically and mentally as he hopes to bounce back.

Arcia (foot) is out of the lineup against the Red Sox on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Arcia left Thursday's game with a foot contusion, but fortunately the X-rays came back negative and he shouldn't miss too much action. In his place, the Twins are starting Max Kepler in right, batting seventh. Minnesota is severely hampered by injuries to its outfielders with Miguel Sano and Danny Santana already on the disabled list, and will look to Kepler and Robbie Grossman for playing time depending on how long Arcia is out.

Arcia exited Thursday's game with a right foot contusion and he is listed as day-to-day.

EDGE Analysis

Fortunately, X-rays taken on Arcia's foot came back negative, so there is hope that he won't be forced to miss much additional time. That said, Arcia had only made one start in right this week leading into Thursday, so he had seemingly fallen out of the regular rotation in right even with Miguel Sano's injury. Max Kepler figures to see the majority of playing time in right field if Arcia misses additional time, and Robbie Grossman could potentially slide over to start in right as well.

Arcia is in the lineup for the second straight game for Thursday's contest against Miami.

EDGE Analysis

Arcia will start in right field and bat seventh for the Twins on Thursday. He went 2-for-4 with two doubles during his first start of the month in Wednesday's win against the Marlins, and will get another chance to shine while Miguel Sano is on the disabled list with a hamstring injury.

Arcia started in right field and went 2-for-4 with two doubles in Wednesday's win over Miami. It was his first start since May 31.

EDGE Analysis

Arcia has been stuck on the bench as the Twins have given Max Kepler playing time in right field with Miguel Sano on the DL. It's possible Arcia's strong game at the plate could keep him in the mix, but the Twins appear determined to give Kepler a steady stretch of playing time.

Arcia could be in line for more playing time in the short term after Miguel Sano suffered a hamstring strain Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

It is not clear how long Sano will be out, but it will likely be at least a week or more. Arcia figures to get the bulk of the playing time in right field while Sano is out, making him an intriguing add in leagues with daily roster moves. He offers plus power, but it is typically accompanied by a low batting average.

Arcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Mariners, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Arcia's strikeout woes have been more pronounced over the last couple of weeks, and those issues seem to have cost him a regular starting role. Robbie Grossman will make his ninth straight start in left field and appears to have surged ahead of Arcia on the depth chart.