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On YouTubeTampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / January 9
Patrick Zalupski issues statement to his shareholders on purchase of Tampa Bay Rays 
Patrick Zalupski, the new lead owner of the Tampa Bay Rays, issued a letter to the Shareholders of Dream Finders Homes, Inc. (DFH), the company for which he is both Chairman and CEO, on December 29th, and included some commentary on his recent purchase of the team.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / January 9
Rays Reacts Results: The Rays should spend more!
It’s 2026 and Rays Reacts is back! It’s a whole new phase of Rays baseball. The Tropicana Field roof is getting fixed (with the Rays set to return home
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 8
Rays Agree to Pre-Arbitration Deals With All but One of Their Eligible Players
Coming into the MLB offseason, there wasn’t a team in the league that had more arbitration-eligible players than the Tampa Bay Rays. 17 players in total were eligible for arbitration, which meant a lot of negotiating was going to be done by the team.
The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz
MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 8
Rays Claim Infielder From Pirates and Sign Right-Handed Pitcher to Two-Year Contract
The Tampa Bay Rays have addressed a few of their areas of need coming into the offseason. In the outfield, Cedric Mullins was signed and Jake Fraley was brought back.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 8
Blue Jays Signing Star Free Agent Would Make Things Impossible for Rays
It has undoubtedly been a busy offseason so far for the Tampa Bay Rays, but they haven’t been the only team working hard in the American League East this winter. Coming into the offseason, the AL East was expected to be an active division in trying to improve, and so far, that has yielded mixed results.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 8
Rays' Newest Acquisition Could Play Important Role in Improving Outfield Production
As the Tampa Bay Rays look to shape their roster for 2026, a recent trade could provide them with a nice depth piece for their outfield and fill a bit of a need. Coming into the winter, one of the top priorities for the Rays was to improve offensive outfield production.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 7
Rays Make No-Risk Move Signing Veterans to Deals With Spring Training Invites
The Tampa Bay Rays have been pretty active this season, reshaping their roster ahead of the 2026 campaign. Alas, even with all of the moves that have been completed, there are still some needs on the roster that have to be addressed.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 7
Breaking Down Rays' Current Standing in American League East
It has been a hectic offseason for the Tampa Bay Rays, but since the holidays, things have cooled down a bit. With the calendar rolling into January, there are a number of top free agents still available, and the market has appeared to have come to a bit of a standstill.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 7
Rays Ideal Free Agent Pitching Target Predicted To Land Multi-Year Deal From Yankees
The Tampa Bay Rays have been very active this offseason, but there still remains plenty of work to do with their roster. After trading second baseman Brandon Lowe to the Pittsburgh Pirates as part of a three-year deal with the Houston Astros, there is a massive void at the keystone.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 6
This Unit Shaping Up To Be Strength for Rays Heading Into Next Season
It has been a busy winter so far for the Tampa Bay Rays, but the team is starting to take shape for 2026 despite a long offseason still to go. This winter has moved along a bit slowly around baseball, with many of the top free agents still on the market.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 6
Rays Make Smart Trade Taking a Shot on Tigers Right-Handed Slugger
The Tampa Bay Rays created quite a void in their lineup when second baseman Brandon Lowe was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates as part of a three-team deal that also included the Houston Astros.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6
Tigers trade Justyn-Henry Malloy to Rays
The Tigers and Rays announced a trade that sends Justyn-Henry Malloy to Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 6
Rays' Ideal Target in Free Agency Predicted to Sign Multi-Year Deal With Phillies
As the offseason rolls on for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team will be continuing to try to make some improvements. With a couple of needs in the lineup, one position figures to be a pressing one to address. It has been an interesting offseason for the Rays so far, with the team being both buyers and sellers.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 5
Rays Need To Think Outside the Box To Replace Brandon Lowe at Second Base
The Tampa Bay Rays knew they were taking a risk when they traded second baseman Brandon Lowe to the Pittsburgh Pirates as part of a three-team deal that also included the Houston Astros.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 5
Rays' Top Prospect Predicted To Be Starter on Opening Day in 2026
With the offseason continuing on, things have become a little quiet despite some big names still being available. For the Tampa Bay Rays, they have been busy, but there is still some work to be done. Coming into the winter, the Rays figured to be a team that was going to be active.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / January 5
Can Joe Boyle replace Shane Baz in the rotation?
The Rays will be looking to replace Shane Baz’s production in the rotation, and I think the Rays should look in-house and give Joe Boyle an extended run.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / January 5
Rays' Defensive Star Predicted to Flip Positions to Start Next Season
The Tampa Bay Rays have entered the new year with some needs to address following what has been a busy winter so far. It has been a busy offseason for the Rays, who came into the winter seeking to make some improvements.
Tampa Bay Rays News / New Baseball Media / January 5
2025 MLB Farm Review: Tampa Bay Rays
Thanks to a strong pipeline of prospects, the Tampa Bay Rays have remained a perennial power in the Majors despite a low player payroll. Even though some notable players hit walls this past year, other notables hit new heights during the 2025 Minor League season.
Pete Fairbanks News / Last Word On Sports / January 4
Where Does the Rays Bullpen Stand After Losing Pete Fairbanks?
The Tampa Bay Rays’ offseason plods along as they see former talent sign elsewhere. The Pete Fairbanks departure was inevitable after the Rays declined his option at the start of the winter.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 2
The Rays’ Second Base Options
The Rays made a pair of significant trades last month, shipping Shane Baz to Baltimore and Brandon Lowe to Pittsburgh on the same day. The Baz move probably means they’re going to dip back into free agency for a cheap back-end starter after signing Steven Matz to a two-year deal.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / December 30
Could the Rays make a last-second push for this Japanese hurler?
The Tampa Bay Rays primarily fly under the radar. They may want to keep flying under the radar, especially as they consider poaching a popular free-agent target from the large-market clubs.
Pete Fairbanks News / Yardbarker / December 24
Marlins show willingness to spend by adding RP Pete Fairbanks
The Marlins have made a significant addition.
Shane Baz News / Yardbarker / December 19
The Orioles acquire the starter they need from the Rays in what could be an overpay
Not often in Major League Baseball do division rivals come together for a trade, but it does happen. As the offseason turns, one of those rivalry trades
Shane McClanahan News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17
Rays, Shane McClanahan avoid arbitration
The Rays announced that they’ve signed left-hander Shane McClanahan, who’d been arbitration-eligible, to a contract for the 2026 season.
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