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Padres Named Potential Landing Spot for Rays' Newest Free Agent

The Tampa Bay Rays have been busy to start the winter, with the franchise making a number of moves and roster decisions already to begin to shape how things will look in 2026. With free agency and the offseason rolling right along, the Rays are a team to keep an eye on with a desire to improve and be a contender in the American League East.

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Rays Reportedly Open to Bringing Back Veteran Outfielder at Lower Price Tag

The Tampa Bay Rays made several moves with their roster the last few days ahead of the deadline to protect prospects from the Rule 5 Draft by adding them to the 40-man roster.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 23

Rays Named Potential Landing Spot for Non-Tendered Rangers Former All-Star

The Tampa Bay Rays have a few pressing needs on their roster that they are going to look to address this offseason. Notoriously frugal, don’t expect that to change this winter despite the presence of a new ownership group.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 23

Talented Rays Pitcher Could Be Ready for Roster Spot on Opening Day

The Tampa Bay Rays have entered the offseason with the franchise already making a number of important decisions and some corresponding moves as well. To start the winter, the Rays sent a bit of a shockwave to the league when they elected not to pick up the team option on closer Pete Fairbanks.

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Kodai Senga News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 23

Hypothetical Trade Package With Mets Has Rays Taking Worthwhile Risk on Kodai Senga

The Tampa Bay Rays have some work to do with their roster this offseason if they want any chance of competing for a playoff spot in what is turning into a loaded American League.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 22

Marlins Could Be Potential Landing Spot for Rays' Free Agent Pitcher

With the offseason starting to heat up, the Tampa Bay Rays have already been busy on the trade market. As new ownership looks for the long-term home for the Rays, Tropicana Field has a roof back on, and Tampa Bay will at least be back in their home for the 2026 campaign.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Rays Linked To Surprising Trade Candidate To Boost Starting Rotation

It feels like the early off-season rumors surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays are centered on whom they will trade. What about whom will they add? The Rays could use more certainty in the starting rotation after the top three guys.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 21

Rays Closer Ranked Highly Among Other Free Agents This Offseason

With the offseason underway, the Tampa Bay Rays have been very busy so far with a plethora of moves to try to improve this team for 2026. Coming into the winter, adding depth was a priority for the team.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 21

Rays Slugger Seen as an Affordable Option to Top Free Agents This Winter

As the offseason starts to heat up, the Tampa Bay Rays are going to be a team to watch this winter. Even though the Rays aren’t the biggest spenders, they are expected to be active trying to make some improvements.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 21

Buying Low on Free Agent Outfielder Could Help Solve Problem for Rays

The offseason has been hectic so far for the Tampa Bay Rays, with the team making a plethora of moves recently. Even though the Rays have been busy, they still have yet to make a significant move to improve the team.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Rays’ Tropicana Field roof officially repaired after hurricane damage

Tropicana Field is not the home that many fans want for their beloved Tampa Bay Rays, but it is home nonetheless. Following a year spent hosting games in George M.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Pete Fairbanks News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 21

MLB Insider Reveals How Long a Contract Former Rays Closer Pete Fairbanks Will Get

The relief pitcher’s market in free agency got a little bit deeper when the Tampa Bay Rays made a surprising decision with their closer, Pete Fairbanks.

Adrian Houser News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 21

Rays Starting Pitcher Adrian Houser Is Overlooked Free Agent Based on One Statistic

The Tampa Bay Rays have a few pressing needs to address this offseason. Their biggest weaknesses are in the lineup, where offensive upgrades are needed to get back into the playoff picture in the American League.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 20

Rays Make Smart Gamble Acquiring Recently Drafted Pitcher From Twins in Trade

The Tampa Bay Rays are a team that many people are expecting to be active on the trade market this offseason. Multiple veterans on the Major League roster are viewed as excellent trade chips this winter.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 20

Rays Could Be Pushed to American League East Cellar With Recent Orioles Buzz

The Tampa Bay Rays didn’t have a great season on the field in 2025, winning only 77 games. But they were able to avoid finishing in the cellar of the American League East thanks to the ineptitude of the Baltimore Orioles.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 20

Rays Slugger Seen As Most Likely Player To Be Traded This Offseason

With the offseason starting to heat up for the Tampa Bay Rays, they have already begun to make some moves to shape what the roster is going to look like. Even though the Rays have hopes of being a contender in 2026, they have some critical decisions to make.

Pete Fairbanks News / Just Baseball / November 20

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Pete Fairbanks

After three straight seasons of 20-plus saves for the Tampa Bay Rays, a team notorious for using multiple pitchers in the role, Pete Fairbanks had his $11 million option declined and is now a free agent.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 20

Rays Prospect Could Become Useful Part of Bullpen in Near Future

The roster for the Tampa Bay Rays is starting to take shape for 2026, with their eyes set on improving upon a disappointing second half of the campaign. Despite a strong start to the season for the Rays in 2025, things went south quickly right around the All-Star break.

Jake Fraley News / Fastball on SI / November 19