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Junior Caminero hits historic HR, red-hot Rays blank Royals

Junior Caminero became the youngest player in major league history to homer in six consecutive games, with a two-run shot in the first, and Shane McClanahan allowed three hits over six strong innings, as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays won their seventh straight, 4-0 over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night.

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The Rays Keep Rolling: Rays 4, Royals 0

It’s the middle game of a three-game series in Kansas City, with the Rays looking to secure the series win after last night’s 10-4 win over the Royals.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / July 1

Rays slugger Junior Caminero becomes youngest to homer in 6 straight

Tampa Bay slugger Junior Caminero became the youngest player in major league history since at least 1900 to hit a home run in six straight games, after delivering a two-run shot in the first inning at Kansas City on Wednesday night.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1

Rays star Junior Caminero makes MLB history with latest home run

Baseball's hottest hitter isn't just carrying his team — he's making history.

Cubs' Seiya Suzuki joins exclusive history with 100th career home run

Cubs slug eight homers, score 23 runs in series finale vs. Padres

Athletics get a devastating update on Brent Rooker injury

Beltway rivals Orioles and Nationals complete first trade between franchises

Rival MLB executives identify front-runner for Tarik Skubal

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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 / DRaysBay / July 1

Theo Gillen, Nathan Flewelling named to 2026 Futures Game roster

Two fast rising Rays prospects have been named to the 2026 Futures Game roster as part of MLB’s upcoming All-Star Game celebrations. This year’s teams are split between American and National leagues.

Craig Kimbrel News / DRaysBay / July 1

Craig Kimbrel’s Change and other changes

After being interested in Craig Kimbrel for what feels like a decade, the Rays finally brought him into the organization. Before you jump to any conclusions, no they haven’t made any dramatic changes to the shapes of his pitches aside from adding a tick more velocity to both breaking balls, but they have noticeably altered how he attacks hitters.

Junior Caminero News / Field Level Media / July 1

Red-hot Junior Caminero, Rays face Royals, seeking 7th straight win

The Kansas City Royals have seen firsthand how potent Tampa Bay's Junior Caminero has been at the plate. After homering in his fifth straight contest Tuesday to open a three-game set in Kansas City, Caminero will look to stay hot and help the Rays to a seventh consecutive victory Wednesday night.

MLB News / DRaysBay / July 1

Six run inning leads to six straight wins: Rays 10, Royals 4

Yesterday’s off day following five straight wins wasn’t enough to slow down the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night in Kansas City. The offense remained hot putting up a ten spot on the Royals as the Rays rolled to their sixth consecutive victory.

Junior Caminero News / Field Level Media / July 1

Junior Caminero extends homer streak to 5 games as Rays smash Royals

Junior Caminero homered in his fifth consecutive game, a three-run shot to highlight Tampa Bay's six-run third inning, and the Rays won their sixth straight game, beating the host Kansas City Royals 10-4 on Tuesday night.

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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.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / June 30

Rays' Junior Caminero joins elite company in win

Rays' Junior Caminero follows up Home Run Derby news by joining elite company in win over Royals

After announcing that he would be in the Home Run Derby field for the second year in a row on Tuesday, Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero wasted no time reminding everyone why he should be considered a threat to win it.

Junior Caminero makes decision on 2026 Home Run Derby

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Junior Caminero News / Field Level Media / July 1

Rays' Junior Caminero first to commit to Home Run Derby

Following a week during which he hit seven home runs in six games, it seemed only fitting for Rays slugger Junior Caminero to announce Tuesday he will participate in the Home Run Derby during All-Star Week in Philadelphia.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

Trade Deadline Outlook: Tampa Bay Rays

After consecutive fourth place finishes in the AL East, the Rays are back to their old ways. They’ve exceeded outside expectations and not only find themselves atop the division, they’re approaching July with the best record in the American League.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / June 30

Junior Caminero makes decision on 2026 Home Run Derby

The 22-year-old has been on an impressive power surge and has logged 22 home runs with a .292 batting average and a .932 OPS.

Junior Caminero continues home-run barrage as Rays sweep Diamondbacks

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Austin Slater News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

Rays Re-Sign Austin Slater To Minor League Deal

The Rays have re-signed veteran outfielder Austin Slater to a minor league contract, per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The Ballengee Group client is headed to Triple-A Durham.

Griffin Jax News / Just Baseball / June 29

Griffin Jax’s Move to the Rotation Is Paying Off

Griffin Jax took the ball in Kansas City on July 3, 2021, for what was his fifth career appearance, only this time it did not come via a long trot from the bullpen.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 28

Rays sign ex-1st round pick to minor league contract

On Sunday, the Tampa Bay Rays agreed to a minor league contract with veteran infielder Nick Madrigal shortly after he elected free agency following his departure from the Los Angeles Angels.

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.

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.