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Rays' Yandy Diaz exits with shoulder strain, considered day-to-day

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Yandy Diaz left Sunday's 5-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks with a left shoulder strain, but he doesn't anticipate the injury will sideline him for long.

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Junior Caminero continues home-run barrage as Rays sweep Diamondbacks

Caminero has now homered in four consecutive games for the first time in his career and leads all third basemen with 22 home runs this season.

Junior Caminero goes deep for 4th straight game as Rays sweep D-backs

Junior Caminero powers Rays to win with monumental performance

The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / June 28

Junior Caminero goes deep for 4th straight game as Rays sweep D-backs

Junior Caminero hit a home run for the fourth straight game as his Tampa Bay Rays defeated the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks 5-1 on Sunday afternoon in St.

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The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz

In the history of MLB, 31 players have hit 13 or more home runs in the postseason over the course of their careers. How many can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 28

Rays Sign Former First-Round Pick to Minor League Deal

The Tampa Bay Rays, forever looking to improve their team on the margins anyway possible, have made a shrewd addition to their organizational depth chart.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Rays Make Roster Move After Fourth Straight Win

The Tampa Bay Rays recalled right-handed reliever Trevor Martin from Triple-A Durham and optioned right-handed reliever Michael Grove on Sunday. The move comes one day after Grove made his 2026 season debut, tossing three scoreless innings and striking out four batters against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday.

Junior Caminero News / Field Level Media / June 28

Junior Caminero, Rays aim to continue hot streak vs. D-backs

The Tampa Bay Rays find themselves atop the American League East on the strength of a four-game winning streak. The Rays will look to continue their good fortune on Sunday afternoon when they bid for a sweep of their three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks in St.

Junior Caminero News / DRaysBay / June 27

Caminero to the moon: Rays 4, D-Backs 2

Before you could grab your hot dog, popcorn, and preferred pilsner beverage, the Diamondbacks took a 1-0 lead on a Geraldo Perdomo double, Corbin Carroll single, and a whiff of a tag from catcher Hunter Feduccia.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 27

Rays join Yankees atop AL East with another win over D-backs

Jonathan Aranda's two-run homer broke a tie and Junior Caminero also homered as the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2 on Saturday night in St.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 27

Rays Accomplish Impressive Rate Feat Against Diamondbacks

The Tampa Bay Rays have found a ton of success playing a unique brand of baseball that no one else around MLB has truly been able to replicate. Their philosophy offensively is to make as much contact as possible, putting immense pressure on the opposing defense to consistently make plays.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 26

Junior Caminero homer highlights Rays' win over Diamondbacks

Junior Caminero hit a three-run homer, Cedric Mullins added a solo shot and Nick Martinez pitched into the sixth inning to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 6-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday in St.

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The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / June 26

Rays ride strong pitching performance into opener vs. D-backs

How close did Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash come to sending Ian Seymour back out for the ninth inning to try to finish a combined no-hitter on Thursday?

Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 26

Junior Caminero Adding to Rays Record That May Never Be Broken

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero was one of the most highly ranked prospects in baseball early in his professional career. He made a cameo with the Rays in 2023 before being called up after the trade deadline in 2024, and he has been a permanent fixture in the lineup ever since.

Junior Caminero News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Rays make MLB history after near no-hit bid, with assist from Junior Caminero

The Tampa Bay Rays narrowly missed out on their first combined no-hitter and second overall no-no in Thursday’s 13-2 win versus the Kansas City Royals, but they still accomplished a remarkable piece of history just the same.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / June 25

Junior Caminero belts 3 HRs, Rays nearly no-hit Royals

Junior Caminero recorded his first career three-homer performance and the Tampa Bay Rays carried a no-hit bid into the ninth inning of a 13-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday afternoon in St.

Craig Kimbrel News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Rays’ Craig Kimbrel gets absolutely roasted after blowing no-hitter vs. Royals

The Tampa Bay Rays were a hit away from throwing a no-hitter early on Thursday. A combined no-hitter is not as fun, but it is still an impressive feat that hardly ever happens.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / June 25

Junior Caminero powers Rays to win with monumental performance

On Thursday, Caminero powered the Rays to a 13-2 win over the Kansas City Royals and showed why he has a long and promising career in front of him.

Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Rays Predicted to Trade for Orioles Outfielder

The Tampa Bay Rays firmly sit in postseason contention heading into the MLB trade deadline. Entering Thursday's series finale against the Kansas City Royals, Tampa Bay is 44-33 and holds the top American League Wild Card spot.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Rays' $15 Million Pitcher Set to Miss Time After Rough Outing

The Tampa Bay Rays attempted to boost their pitching staff this past offseason by signing left-hander Steven Matz to a two-year, $15 million contract. However, he has struggled in his first season with the team.

Sandy Alcantara News / Yardbarker / June 25

Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara

Pitcher Sandy Alcantara has been the subject of trade rumors for years as his salary continued to increase.

Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins outlines team's most pressing need ahead of trade deadline

What should Cardinals do with Dustin May at trade deadline?

Three potential landing spots for Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman

Three potential landing spots for Twins' Joe Ryan

The 'Last complete game shutout by team' quiz

Theo Gillen News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 22

Rays Reportedly Set to Bump Top Prospect Theo Gillen Up to Next Level

The Tampa Bay Rays have seen enough from the franchise's No. 1 prospect at High-A to reportedly move him one step closer to the ultimate goal of his minor league journey.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / June 20

The Rays Are Proving You Don’t Need Homers To Win

In recent memory, many competing teams tend to share similar traits that help them charge towards October with authority. Whether it’s a strong pitching staff, a bullpen full of flamethrowers, or a strong lineup built with plenty of protection for the club’s stars, these factors can be found in most competing teams.

Austin Slater News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Rays Designate Austin Slater For Assignment

The Rays have designated veteran outfielder Austin Slater for assignment, per a club announcement. His spot on the roster goes to fellow outfielder Jonny DeLuca, who’s been reinstated from the injured list after missing nearly a month due to a hamstring strain.

Chandler Simpson News / Just Baseball / June 13

Chandler Simpson’s True Value Remains Difficult to Assess

Through April 14, Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson had a .407 average and a .910 OPS, recording hits in 15 of his first 16 games of the 2026 season.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 8

Rays To Select Austin Slater

The Rays will select the contract of outfielder Austin Slater from Triple-A Durham, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Slater signed a minor league deal with Tampa Bay late last month but is now headed to the major league club as the Rays gear up for a slate of left-handed pitchers.

Steven Matz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 6

Rays Move Steven Matz To Bullpen

Left-hander Steven Matz is heading to the Rays’ bullpen, per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The veteran failed to escape the second inning on Tuesday against the Tigers.