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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 6
Aaron Boone on Yankees’ ride home from Tampa Bay: ‘It’s gut check time’
Monday’s 5-2 loss to the Rays put the Yankees down 2-0 in the best-of-five American League Division Series, with little room left to recover.
Kevin Cash News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6
Rays’ Kevin Cash expects ‘challenging’ Yankee Stadium environment up 2-0
The Tampa Bay Rays could not have asked for a better outcome through the first two games of their ALDS clash against the New York Yankees. They blanked the Yankees in Game 1 in a tough pitcher’s duel, 1-0, and they followed that up on Monday with a brilliant all-around performance in a 5-2 victory to take a 2-0 series lead.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6
Freddy Peralta proud of Rays bats for attacking Cam Schlittler
Freddy Peralta, the Tampa Bay Rays’ starter for Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees, lasted just 4.2 innings on the night, allowing one run on a long ball from Ben Rice.
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
Junior Caminero News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6
Rays star Junior Caminero’s gesture after Game 2 win vs. Yankees sums it all up
The Tampa Bay Rays are showing why they earned the AL East crown, warding off the New York Yankees and earning a bye into the ALDS as a result. The owner
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 5
Rays on verge of eliminating Yankees with Game 2 ALDS domination
The Tampa Bay Rays moved one win from eliminating the New York Yankees with a 5-2 victory Monday in Game 2 of the ALDS at Tropicana Field. Tampa Bay now leads the best-of-five series 2-0 after also taking Game 1, 1-0.
MLB News / Field Level Media / October 6
Rays race past error-prone Yankees for 2-0 ALDS advantage
Richie Palacios ripped a two-run single to highlight a four-run fifth inning, fueling the Tampa Bay Rays to a 5-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Monday in St. Petersburg, Fla., and a two-games-to-none edge in an American League Division Series.
ALDS Game 2: Rays 5, Ben Rice 2 
How important is the second game in a five-game series? Sarah Langs from MLB.com reminds us that winning the first two games of a five-game series is a significant leg up: New York apparently did not get the memo the way they booted and threw the ball around for several innings in this contest.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5
Tropicana Field catwalk helps Rays early in Game 2 of ALDS
The catwalk at Tropicana Field ended up helping the Tampa Bay Rays in the top of the second inning of Game 2 of the American League Division Series against the New York Yankees.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / October 5
Rays Have Two Players Named Hank Aaron Award Finalists
The Tampa Bay Rays have received a lot of spectacular performances from players up and down the roster this season. Two of them, third baseman Junior Caminero and designated hitter Yandy Diaz, are having their performances acknowledged.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5
Yankees' pitching plans for Games 3 and 4 of ALDS revealed
The New York Yankees have revealed their pitching plans for Game 3 and a potential Game 4 of the American League Division Series against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / October 5
Rays Leave Former All-Star Out of Game 2 Lineup Against Yankees
The Tampa Bay Rays were able to secure a major win in the first game of the American League Division Series. With the winners of Game 1 generally doing
The 'Last 10-K Playoff game by team' quiz
How many of the most recent pitchers to record at least 10 strikeouts in a playoff game for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / October 4
Why Chandler Simpson is Rays' most improved player
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- If Major League Baseball had a Most Improved Player Award, Tampa Bay Rays left fielder Chandler Simpson would be on top of the list. It was May 30, 2025.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 4
Freddy Peralta hopes to follow in Drew Rasmussen's footsteps in Game 2 of ALDS
Minutes after watching teammate Drew Rasmussen win a 1-0 thriller over the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on Saturday night, Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Freddy Peralta was informed that he was pitching Game 2 of the series on Monday.
Aaron Judge News / HITC / October 4
Tampa Bay Rays manager reveals ‘certain disappointment’ with Aaron Judge during ALDS matchup
Kevin Cash was asked about his reaction to Aaron Judge not playing for the New York Yankees, and it was a surprising response from the Rays manager. The New York Yankees swept the Boston Red Sox without their superstar Aaron Judge in the mix.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 3
Rays' Drew Rasmussen shows Yankees who's boss in Game 1 of ALDS
Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen was dealing and showed the New York Yankees who was boss in a 1-0 victory in Game 1 of the American League Division Series at Tropicana Field.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 3
Rays' Drew Rasmussen flirts with no-hitter in Game 1 of ALDS against Yankees
The New York Yankees offense was no match against Tampa Bay Rays ace Drew Rasmussen in Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 3
Aaron Boone explains why keeping Aaron Judge off ALDS roster 'was the best thing'
New York will be without Aaron Judge even though he is “making good progress” from his right calf injury.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 3
Rays Announce ALDS Roster
After winning 98 games, the AL East title, a first-round bye, and homefield advantage through the AL playoffs, the Rays are ready to begin their postseason journey. In advance of Game 1 of the ALDS against the Yankees, the Rays released their 26-man roster, led by Game 1 starter Drew Rasmussen.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2
Yankees vs. Rays: Breaking down the 2026 season series
Fresh off a wild-card series victory over a division rival, the New York Yankees will head straight into another series against one in the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2
The biggest question facing every ALDS team
We are down to four teams in the American League postseason, and each has a big question to answer in the Division Series round.
Aaron Judge News / Yardbarker / October 1
Aaron Judge addresses uncertain status for Yankees' ALDS clash vs. Rays
The Yankees kept Judge off the roster for the wild-card series against the Red Sox as he continued his recovery from the "moderate" calf strain he suffered on Sept. 16.
Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / September 29
Rays' Freddy Peralta named AL Pitcher of the Month for September
Peralta produced quite the turnaround in September and has now been recognized for that performance.
Jake Woodford News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 28
Rays Outright Jake Woodford
The Rays have sent right-hander Jake Woodford outright to Triple-A Durham, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week.
Junior Caminero News / Yardbarker / September 16
Rays' Junior Caminero makes history with second recent walk-off HR
His big season has propelled the Rays to the top of the American League, as they sit at the top of the East at 91-59.
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