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Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 30
Rays Announce Game 1 Starting Pitcher for ALDS
The Tampa Bay Rays won the American League East, earning the No. 1 seed in the league, which meant a bye in the Wild Card Round and awaiting an opponent for the ALDS.
Chandler Simpson News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 30
Rays Teammate Heaps Praise on Chandler Simpson’s Play
The Tampa Bay Rays were one of the best teams in baseball all year because they received contributions from up and down the roster. Different players shined throughout the campaign, helping the team win 97 games in the regular season.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 29
Three Under-The-Radar Rays To Watch This Postseason
Seemingly every postseason, a star is born, and the Tampa Bay Rays are hoping to see it happen again. They come in different forms. Sometimes it’s on the magnitude of a Randy Arozarena or an Evan Carter.
The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the pitchers in MLB's Live Ball era (since 1920) with five or more 200-strikeout seasons under their belt can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Rays 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.
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.
Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 28
Rays Most Important Hitter for Playoffs Not Named Junior Caminero
The Tampa Bay Rays were the first team in the MLB to clinch a playoff spot and earned the No. 1 seed in the American League, taking home the AL East title for the fifth time in franchise history.
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.
Chandler Simpson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 28
Rays’ Chandler Simpson injury update is crucial for ALDS
The Tampa Bay Rays have some extra time to get ready for their first MLB playoff games of 2026. The Rays won the AL East and finished with the top record in the American League, giving them a bye into the AL Division Series.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 28
Rays Have Major Advantage Hosting Playoffs at Tropicana Field
The Tampa Bay Rays exceeded all expectations that were placed on them coming into the season, winning the American League East for the fifth time in franchise history.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 27
Why the Rays Have a Massive Pitching Advantage in Postseason
The Tampa Bay Rays are officially the American League East Division Champions, which means they are lined up to face either the New York Yankees or the Boston Red Sox in the ALDS.
Jesse Scholtens News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 27
Rays Option Top Prospect To Recall Jesse Scholtens
The Tampa Bay Rays have been in a great spot down the stretch of the regular season. They clinched a playoff spot so early and then secured the American
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.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 27
Polar Opposite Abilities of Rays Stars Will Be on Display in Postseason
The Tampa Bay Rays are gearing up to compete in their first postseason since 2023. Two of their star players will look to shine brightly on the big stage, as Junior Caminero and Chandler Simpson will aim to lead a versatile Rays team in October.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 26
Rays blast skidding Phillies in runaway rout
Richie Palacios drove in four runs and Victor Mesa Jr. had four hits and two RBIs as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays walloped the Philadelphia Phillies 12-1 on Saturday.
Kevin Cash News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Kevin Cash Sends Message to Players Ahead of MLB Playoffs
Kevin Cash wants the Tampa Bay Rays to finish the regular season with the same urgency they showed while winning the American League East. Cash made that clear after Friday’s win over the Philadelphia Phillies, telling reporters that the remaining games still matter to the Rays despite their division title and postseason bye.
Freddy Peralta News / Field Level Media / September 25
Freddy Peralta, Rays staff flummox Phillies
Freddy Peralta and four relievers combined on a four-hitter as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays topped the Philadelphia Phillies 2-0 on Friday. Nick Fortes homered for Tampa Bay (97-63), which has already clinched the top seed in the American League playoffs but continued to pile on against a Philadelphia team with plenty to play for.
Jake Woodford News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 25
Rays Designate Jake Woodford For Assignment
The Rays announced that right-hander Manuel Rodríguez has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list. Fellow righty Jake Woodford has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.
Shane McClanahan News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23
Shane McClanahan Not Available For Division Series
The Rays have ruled out Shane McClanahan for the Division Series, manager Kevin Cash told Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times. He could return later in the postseason if Tampa Bay advances.
Jazz Chisholm News / Yardbarker / September 23
Jazz Chisholm Jr. had blunt reaction to Rays clinching AL East at Yankee Stadium
The Yankees are set for the top wild-card spot in the AL, which means they will host the first-round series.
The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz
How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?
Kevin Cash News / Yardbarker / September 23
Kevin Cash speaks out after Rays win first AL East title since 2021
A few hours after losing the first game of a day-night doubleheader to the New York Yankees, 2-0, at Yankee Stadium, the Tampa Bay Rays had a game to remember a few hours later.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / September 22
Cost-effective strategy powers Rays to first AL East title since 2021
Consider the Tampa Bay Rays the anti-Los Angeles Dodgers.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Baseball Now / September 21
Rays Magic Number: When Is The Earliest They Clinch AL East?
The Tampa Bay Rays have won the American League East four times and are close to securing a fifth division title. The Rays have already secured a spot in the postseason party, but there is still plenty to play for.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Viral Sports News / September 20
Tampa Bay Rays Part Ways With Former High Draft Pick
The Tampa Bay Rays designated outfielder Jake Fraley for assignment Sunday, opening a roster spot to activate infielder Ben Williamson from the 10-day injured list, via the MLB transaction log.
Tampa Bay Rays 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.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / September 4
Rays lose key pitcher at worst possible time
The Tampa Bay Rays have scuffled of late, losing three of their previous four games. An injury to one of their top starting pitchers could not have come at a worse time.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / September 4
New stadium could drastically increase Tampa Bay Rays payroll
The Tampa Bay Rays have not been known for exorbitant payrolls throughout their history. That could change relatively soon.
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