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Mason Englert News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 24
Rays Add Fresh Pitcher To Staff, Option Mason Englert
The Tampa Bay Rays went into their series with the New York Yankees with one goal in mind: win a single game and clinch the American League East title.
Jake Woodford News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24
Rays Select Jake Woodford
The Rays announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Jake Woodford. Fellow righty Mason Englert has been optioned to Triple-A Durham as the corresponding active roster move.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / September 24
Predicting a Postseason Pitching Staff 
With the benefit of the first-round bye, the Rays will have an opportunity to set their rotation exactly as they want it for the ALDS. A postseason rotation really only needs to have three true starting pitchers given the abundance of off days within and bookending a 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?
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 24
Rays Debut New Road Uniforms for AL East Clinching Win
The Tampa Bay Rays unveiled their new road jerseys on Tuesday night against the New York Yankees in the Bronx. These aren’t just any new jerseys; they represent a new, meaningful change for the Rays, their fans and the city of Tampa Bay.
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.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / September 24
5 Greatest Tampa Bay Rays Hitters of All Time
The Tampa Bay Rays may be one of Major League Baseball’s younger franchises (established in 1998), but they have produced some of the most accomplished hitters of their era.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / September 24
5 Greatest Tampa Bay Rays Pitchers of All Time
Though among Major League Baseball’s newer organizations (established in 1998), the Tampa Bay Rays have fostered an impressive lineage of elite arms. Starting with early frontline starters like Scott Kazmir to Cy Young Award winners David Price and Blake Snell, the organization has continually developed exceptional mound talent.
Shane McClanahan News / Athlon Sports / September 24
Rays Issue Shane McClanahan Update for MLB Playoffs
The Tampa Bay Rays will be without Shane McClanahan when they begin their 2026 postseason run, but the left-hander could still return later in October.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 24
Rays Exceeded All Expectations To Win AL East Crown
Coming into the 2026 MLB regular season, not much was expected of the Tampa Bay Rays. They had just recorded back-to-back fourth-place finishes in the American League East and operated a bit like a team that was retooling this past winter.
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.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / September 23
Oh No, The Rays Lost. Anyway… Rays 2, Yankees 9
Watching your favorite team lose to one of your least favorite teams is never truly enjoyable, but it goes down a bit easier when the regular season prize is already in the bag.
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.
Shane McClanahan News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 23
Rays Will Be Without Injured Starter Shane McClanahan for ALDS
The Tampa Bay Rays have officially clinched the American League East and have the best record in the AL. Now, the team will be looking to get to October healthy and make a lengthy postseason run. As arguably the biggest surprise in baseball, the Rays have clinched the best record in the league with a few games left to play.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Lindy's Sports / September 23
Inside the AL East: Why the Rays Rule the Division
The Rays spent the past two Octobers as a bystander while the Orioles, Yankees, Red Sox and Blue Jays played a combined 44 postseason games, including 12 in the World Series.
MLB 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.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 23
AL East champion Rays strive for another win against Yankees
The Tampa Bay Rays enjoyed a somewhat raucous celebration Tuesday night and are setting their sights on the best record in baseball among other possible achievements.
MLB 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.
Jake Fraley News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22
Rays Release Jake Fraley
The Rays released outfielder Jake Fraley, as reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times first reported that Fraley had declined a minor league assignment, leaving the Rays no choice but to release him.
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.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20
AL-best Rays complete 8-1 homestand by stifling Red Sox
Tampa Bay's Jonny DeLuca and Chandler Simpson drove in a pair apiece in a four-run first inning, Victor Mesa Jr. homered and the Rays won for the eighth time in their final regular-season homestand by beating the Boston Red Sox 5-1 on Sunday afternoon in St.
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.
Yandy Diaz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 19
Yandy Diaz scratched from Rays lineup as playoffs draw near
The Tampa Bay Rays have been the best and most consistent team in the American League throughout the season. They have a 4.0-game lead over the New York Yankees in the American League East with 9 games to go in the regular season.
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.
Aaron Judge News / Yardbarker / September 14
Aaron Judge crushes first HR in months as Yankees clinch playoff berth
Making a September return to help push the New York Yankees into the playoffs, Aaron Judge found his stroke again on Monday night.
Shane McClanahan 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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