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On YouTubeGriffin Jax News / DRaysBay / May 4
Griffin Jax begins starter conversion with new (old) cutter 
As has been speculated since his acquisition, and propitiated by the season ending hip surgery required by Ryan Pepiot, the Rays have formally started the transition of Griffin Jax to a starting role, and in doing so Jax has reintroduced his cutter.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / May 4
Tampa Bay Rays 2026 Minor League Roundup: Week 4
This was the 3rd week of full minor league play (stats are entering play on May, 3rd). According to FanGraphs (which factors in age and proximity to the big leagues), 19-year old Cooper Flemming has taken over the top hitter spot in the Rays system.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 4
Tampa Bay looks to lengthen gap above Blue Jays
The Tampa Bay Rays will renew their American League East rivalry with the Toronto Blue Jays when they open a three-game series Monday night in St. Petersburg, Fla.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / May 3
The Rays Needs to Make a Change in Center Field Soon
The Tampa Bay Rays are off to a fantastic start to the season and appear to be a true contender in the American League. However, there is still room for improvement. Coming into the season, not many would have predicted that the Rays would be as good as they have been so far this year.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Every Little Hit Counts: Rays 2, Giants 1
Good teams win close games. The Rays are proving so far this season that they truly are a good team. Today was another example. Not because every win has to be clean, or because the offense is turning games into batting practice.
Jonathan Aranda News / Field Level Media / May 3
Jonathan Aranda, Rays walk off Giants to complete sweep
Jonathan Aranda's walk-off RBI single in the 10th inning capped a four-hit outing, and the Tampa Bay Rays swept the first half of their six-game homestand with a 2-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Sunday afternoon in St.
MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / May 3
Rays’ Star Slugger Absent From Lineup in Attempt To Sweep Giants
The Tampa Bay Rays have been playing at a very high level this season, and the latest team to run into their buzzsaw is the San Francisco Giants. After winning the first two games of their three-game series at Tropicana Field, the Rays are going for the sweep on May 3.
Griffin Jax News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / May 3
Griffin Jax Thriving in New Role With Rays Pitching Staff
Ahead of the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, the Tampa Bay Rays made a surprising move as a buyer despite their place in the standings. They took full advantage of the Minnesota Twins’ fire sale, acquiring relief pitcher Griffin Jax in exchange for starting pitcher Taj Bradley.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 3
Rays pitching has dominated Giants so far in series
The Tampa Bay Rays will look to sweep the first half of their six-game homestand when they face the offensively-starved San Francisco Giants in the series finale Sunday afternoon in St.
Jonathan Aranda News / Field Level Media / May 2
Jonathan Aranda, Rays coast to win over Giants
Jonathan Aranda went 2-for-4 with two RBIs as the Tampa Bay Rays clinched their first series win against a National League club, prevailing 5-1 over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night in St.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 2
Rays make injury decision before Giants clash
The Tampa Bay Rays made a roster decision Saturday, strengthening their bullpen ahead of their second game of a three-game series vs. the San Francisco Giants at Tropicana Field.
Garrett Cleavinger News / Field Level Media / May 2
Report: Rays to activate LHP Garrett Cleavinger from IL
The Tampa Rays activated left-handed reliever Garrett Cleavinger from the injured list Saturday, while right-hander Yoendrys Gomez was designated for assignment, the Tampa Bay Times reported.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 2
Rays Designate Yoendrys Gomez, Activate Garrett Cleavinger
The Rays have designated right-hander Yoendrys Gomez for assignment, the Tampa Bay Times’ Marc Topkin writes. The move opens up a space on the 40-man roster to be used at a later date, and also creates 26-man roster space for Garrett Cleavinger‘s activation from the 15-day injured list.
Ryan Pepiot News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / May 2
Analyzing If Rays Can Continue to Thrive With Ryan Pepiot Out for the Year
Even though the Tampa Bay Rays are off to a fantastic start to the season, the team has had to battle with some injuries. Unfortunately, a recent one will be keeping a pitcher out for the remainder of the season. With one of the best records in the American League, the Rays have proven to be a contender as the calendar flips to May.
Griffin Jax News / Field Level Media / May 2
Rays' Griffin Jax adjusting to potential new role as Giants await
Tampa Bay right-hander Griffin Jax may be taking a new step in his career on Saturday evening when the Rays meet the San Francisco Giants in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / May 2
Rays Catching Prospect Has Been Red Hot To Start Season
The Tampa Bay Rays have been one of the most pleasant surprises in the MLB thus far in the 2026 regular season. Entering play on May 1, they have a record of 18-12, putting them 1.5 games behind the New York Yankees, a team they have already swept once this year, in the American League East race.
Shane McClanahan News / DRaysBay / May 2
McClanahan & Co shut out the Giants: Rays 3, Giants 0
It may have taken some time to get his sea legs back, but Shane McClanahan pitched with a level of conviction we haven’t seen since before the injuries.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 1
Shane McClanahan helps Rays blank hapless Giants
Shane McClanahan crafted his second straight scoreless start, Yandy Diaz and Junior Caminero homered, and the Tampa Bay Rays opened a six-game homestand with a 3-0 win over the struggling San Francisco Giants on Friday night at St.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
Ryan Pepiot to undergo season-ending hip surgery
Rays right-hander Ryan Pepiot will undergo hip surgery and miss the rest of the season.
Griffin Jax News / Just Baseball / April 30
Why Griffin Jax Would Work as a Starting Pitcher
Griffin Jax debuted as a starting pitcher in 2021 after being selected in the third round of the 2016 draft out of the Air Force Academy. It did not go well.
Junior Caminero News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28
Rays’ Junior Caminero exits Guardians game after injury scare
Tampa Bay Rays infielder Junior Caminero exited Tuesday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians. Caminero left the game after a foul ball he hit off the ground came back up and hit him in the face.
Edwin Uceta News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21
Edwin Uceta Diagnosed With Subscapularis Strain
Rays reliever Edwin Uceta has been diagnosed with a subscapularis strain in his throwing shoulder, manager Kevin Cash told reporters on Monday afternoon (link via Adam Berry of MLB.com).
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 15
Orioles' Craig Albernaz suffered seven fractures in face after being struck by foul ball, forced to eat 'baby food'
Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz better learn to like the taste of Gerber.
Jazz Chisholm News / Yardbarker / April 13
Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. admits he doesn't know rules after epic blunder
Chisholm has been at the eye of the storm this season for his struggles at the plate and his behavior on social media, and this certainly won't do much to help his case.
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