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On YouTubeMason Englert News / DRaysBay / February 18
Mason Englert, starting pitcher? 
Last offseason, the Rays acquired Mason Englert from the Tigers for Drew Sommers, adding a flexible, multi-inning arm with option years. Englert fit that role well, posting solid results while working more than one inning in nearly half his appearances.
Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 18
Junior Caminero Has Candid Response on Potential Extension With Rays
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero was one of the most highly-rated prospects in baseball before making his Major League debut in 2023. More opportunity to play in the Big Leagues was provided in 2024 after his brief 2023 cameo.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 17
Who’s Out There? Rays Outfield Options for 2026
It’s hard not to look at the Tampa Bay Rays’ lineup for the upcoming season and fret over the plethora of holes they have in it. Shortstop was the position discussed in a previous article; now it’s time for the three outfield spots.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / February 17
Rays young slugger Junior Caminero open to long-term deal, but it's complicated
The Rays have several pressing issues that may be a barrier to any extension talks.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Junior Caminero News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17
Junior Caminero Open To Extension Talks With Rays
If the Rays are to compete for an AL East crown this year, it’ll probably be behind another huge year from Junior Caminero. The 22-year-old cemented himself as the face of the franchise with a 45-homer season in which he hit .264/.311/.535 across 653 plate appearances.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 17
Rays' Slugger With Undefined Role Shockingly Predicted To Have Breakout Season
With the start of spring training nearly here for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team will be using the spring to figure out some positional battles and what their roster is going to look like. It was a very busy winter for the Rays, and they have a lot of new faces in the mix for 2026.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 17
What We’re Actually Learning About Tampa Bay Rays' Pitching Staff So Far
With spring training starting up for the Tampa Bay Rays over the weekend, the team will be hoping to bounce back from a couple of losing years. Coming into the winter, the Rays seemed to have a clear plan for what they wanted to accomplish.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / February 17
Top Rays Prospects Who Could Make An Impact in 2026
After finishing 77-85 in 2025, the Tampa Bay Rays will be relying on prospect talent to improve the roster in 2026. The Rays are known as one of the premier development organizations in Major League Baseball, and will yet again utilize their strong farm system heading into 2026.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 17
Rays Relief Pitcher Reportedly Drawing Trade Interest Around MLB
The Tampa Bay Rays were incredibly active this offseason when it came to shaking up their roster via trades. They were part of nine different trades this offseason, as shared by Jim Bowden of The Athletic (subscription required) in his recent report cards piece.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 16
Rays Have Multiple Options at Shortstop This Season
As spring training games draw near, there are a multitude of positions that are up in the air for the Tampa Bay Rays, with plenty of competition expected in camp and throughout the beginning of the season.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 16
Potential Trade Returns for Rays Lefty Reliever
As spring training nears, news abounds about one of the key contributors to the Tampa Bay Rays’ bullpen, Garrett Cleavinger, who has been rumored to be “drawing trade interest,” according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 16
Rays' Former All-Star Pitcher Will Be X-Factor for Team This Season
With spring training right around the corner for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team will be hopeful to snap a little playoff drought. However, in order to do
Garrett Cleavinger News / DRaysBay / February 16
Rays LHP Garrett Cleavinger drawing trade interest
Ken Rosenthal at The Athletic dropped a surprising note that the Rays lone lefty reliever Garrett Cleavinger is evidently drawing strong trade interest this week, in sourcing likely derived from a couple teams pushing for the acquisition.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / February 16
What was your favorite part of FanFest?
The Rays new owners penned a Valentine’s Day card in their own unique way this year, hosting this season’s FanFest in tents outside Tropicana Field. Those
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 16
Breaking Down Rays' Biggest Question Heading into Spring Training
Pitchers and catchers have arrived for the Tampa Bay Rays, and they will be starting up spring training very soon. However, this team has quite a few questions that need to be answered in the coming weeks. It was a very busy offseason for the Rays as expected.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / February 16
Which player will take a leap this season?
DRaysBay works best as a place for community and conversation. Accordingly, in the lead up to the new season, we are posting “Daily Questions” in the month of February.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 15
Rays Prospect's Slump Is Misleading and Won't Continue for This Reason
Just a year ago, the FanGraphs top-10 prospect rankings for the Tampa Bay Rays featured names that fans envision as the foundation of the franchise. Carson Williams, Chandler Simpson, and Brody Hopkins were the obvious highlights, but further down at number seven is a name that seems strangely out of place now.
Garrett Cleavinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15
Rays’ Garrett Cleavinger Drawing Trade Interest
Teams interested in left-handed bullpen help have been calling the Rays about Garrett Cleavinger, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal writes. There isn’t any indication that a deal is close, and Rosenthal didn’t specify any clubs in pursuit of Cleavinger’s services.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 15
Rays' Free Agent Signing Projected to Have Solid First Year With Franchise
With pitchers and catchers reporting for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team will be hoping to snap a two-year playoff drought. Despite being a playoff contender most years, the Rays have taken a bit of a step back over the last two campaigns.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 15
Rays drawing trade interest in K machine who ranks near top of league
As the Tampa Bay Rays work through payroll constrictions, they always have to find creative ways to stay competitive. Entering spring training, rumblings of another sneaky Rays trade are starting to get louder.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / February 12
A Team in Transition: How the Tampa Bay Rays Could Shape the 2026 Season
The Tampa Bay Rays are living in between eras. The 2020 club that stormed to the World Series feels distant now — a group defined by overwhelming pitching depth, matchup advantages, and structural edge.
Carson Williams News / Just Baseball / February 12
Why Carson Williams Is Baseball’s Next Star Shortstop
A shining light will soon cascade upon the Tampa Bay Rays’ infield in 2026. Junior Caminero and Jonathan Aranda are among baseball’s best power hitters, while Gavin Lux looks to resurrect his career after a trade from the Reds.
Rob Manfred News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Rays release renderings of proposed ballpark site
The Rays have new owners and the major order of business is to build a new stadium. It was reported last month that the club had signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with the board of trustees at Hillsborough College as the club pursues the college’s Dale Mabry campus.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 3
Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays
The Seattle Mariners had been looking for another bat in the lineup, with president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto hinting that a trade was in the works. That deal came together on Monday.
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