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Drew Rasmussen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 12
Rays star Drew Rasmussen’s secret weapon highlighted by former Cy Young winner
Tampa Bay Rays star pitcher Drew Rasmussen is set to start Game 1 of the American League Championship Series against the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / October 12
Tampa Bay Rays ALCS roster finalized 
The rosters are out for the American League Championship Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians. The Rays look to keep the good times rolling after sweeping the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series as they’ve kept the group of 26 players mostly the same.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / October 12
Rays drop LHP Garrett Cleavinger in single change to ALCS roster
The Tampa Bay Rays made one change to their American League Championship Series on Monday by dropping left-hander Garrett Cleavinger. The Rays will stick with the same 12-pitcher staff they had during the AL Division Series and add rookie right-hander Brody Hopkins.
The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz
Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / October 12
Rays Make Surprising Roster Move in Bullpen Ahead of ALCS
The Tampa Bay Rays are taking on the Cleveland Guardians in the 2026 American League Championship Series with a trip to the World Series on the line. How both teams got to this spot is opposite.
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Drew Rasmussen Sends Personal Message to Steven Kwan Ahead of ALCS Game 1
Drew Rasmussen will face a familiar opponent when the Tampa Bay Rays open the American League Championship Series against the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / October 12
2026 Transactions: Rays, Guardians Made Moves Ahead of ALCS
Both the Guardians and Rays had to finalize their ALCS rosters on October 12. The two clubs each made one substitution. Cleveland added a pitcher with both starting and relieving experience, while the Rays added Brody Hopkins, who has one of the hardest baseballs in the game right now.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 12
Rays, Guardians announce ALCS rosters
The Rays and Guardians on Monday announced their rosters for the forthcoming American League Championship Series, which begins tonight when the 98-win Rays host the 85-win Guardians at St.
Should the Rays be scared of Guardians?
As I sat down to write about the Rays triumphant return to the ALCS, I was beset by a nagging question. The Rays have a nasty habit of playing up to some opponents and down to others.
Carl Crawford News / DRaysBay / October 12
Carl Crawford to throw ALCS Game One first pitch
A Tampa Bay Rays Hall of Famer will be one hand throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the first game of the 2026 American League Championship Series.
Kevin Cash News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Kevin Cash Comments on Guardians Playoff Turnaround Ahead of ALCS
Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash has plenty of respect for the Cleveland Guardians ahead of their American League Championship Series matchup. Cleveland enters the series after recovering from a 2-0 deficit against the Chicago White Sox to win their American League Division Series in five games.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 12
'That’s Organization': Tampa Bay Rays’ Manager Sends Clear Message to Guardians Ahead of Clash
Kevin Cash helped build the Guardians before he built the Rays. Now he has to beat them in the ALCS. His time in Cleveland’s dugout taught him what makes the organization special, and that connection goes beyond the field.
Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / October 12
Rays Star Slugger Junior Caminero Has Chance to Cement Himself as a Star in ALCS
The Tampa Bay Rays now know who they will be facing in the American League Championship Series following the Cleveland Guardians pulling off a great come-from-behind series win over the Chicago White Sox. With the final two teams set in the AL with a trip to the World Series on the line, this should be a fun series.
Shane McClanahan News / Field Level Media / October 11
Rays LHP Shane McClanahan ruled out for rest of postseason
Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Shane McClanahan will not be on the team's roster for the remainder of the postseason, manager Kevin Cash announced during his media session on Sunday.
MLB News / Field Level Media / October 11
Rays rested, ready for ALCS battle vs. Guardians
Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash found himself addressing the rest-versus-rust debate for the second time this postseason. Cash's top-seeded team earned a bye before facing the rival New York Yankees in the American League Division Series.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / October 12
Rays confirm top starter not returning for postseason
If the Tampa Bay Rays are going to win their first World Series title, they will have to do so without Shane McClanahan.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 11
Shane McClanahan Ruled Out For Rest Of Postseason
The Rays had been hoping to get erstwhile ace Shane McClanahan back at some point in the playoffs. That’s no longer a possibility. Per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times, McClanahan has been ruled out for the remainder of the postseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 11
Guardians vs Rays: Breaking down the 2026 season series
The 2026 American League Championship Series is officially set, and it will be between the AL Central champion Cleveland Guardians and the AL East champion Tampa Bay Rays.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 11
Biggest question facing Guardians, Rays heading into ALCS
The Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays took very different paths to get to the American League Championship Series. Now, with the ALCS opening up on Monday night at Tropicana Field, we will soon see which path to this round provides an advantage.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 8
Rays' Victor Mesa Jr. reflects on his tiebreaking home run against Max Fried
Thanks to Mesa's heroics, the Rays have advanced to the American League Championship Series (ALCS).
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 8
Yankees stars offer staunch support for Aaron Boone despite ALDS flop
Frustrated Yankees fans chanted for owner Hal Steinbrenner to fire Boone after the Rays earned a 4-3 win in the Bronx on Wednesday.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / October 8
Rays' Victor Mesa Jr. becomes hero in ALDS clincher
Less than a year removed from being designated for assignment, Mesa Jr. played hero in the ALDS.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 8
History nearly repeats itself as Yankees' season ends in game that featured pivotal fan interference call
The New York Yankees are officially going home after losing a do-or-die Game 3 Wednesday night in the Bronx against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Aaron Boone 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.
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.
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 / 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.
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