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Rays' Slugger Has Quickly Become One the Fastest Rising Stars in Baseball

With the World Baseball Classic set to get underway and spring training in full swing, the Tampa Bay Rays are hoping to be a contender in 2026. Fortunately,

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Five Early Breakout Performances by Rays Prospects this Spring

While most of the attention in camp has focused on players battling for the final spots on the major league roster, several prospects have quietly stood out in small samples.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 6

One Player is Thriving This Spring in Rays' Possible Position Battle

The Tampa Bay Rays are getting close to the start of the regular season, and a key position battle for the team might be becoming a bit clearer. With Opening Day quickly approaching for the Rays, the team is undoubtedly excited about getting back on the field for some meaningful baseball.

Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 5

Junior Caminero Receives Incredibly High Spot in Top 100 Players Rankings

When coming up through the Tampa Bay Rays minor league system, third baseman Junior Caminero was a highly-touted prospect. He reached as high as No. 3 in MLB prospect rankings, which comes with a lot of pressure.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 5

Rays' Prospect Will Have More Opportunities to Impress With Cedric Mullins Injured

As the Tampa Bay Rays get set for the start of the regular season, a recent injury could open the door for a young prospect to get some more opportunities. With the start of the regular season quickly approaching for the Rays, they are trying to figure out what the roster is going to look like for Opening Day.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Gavin Lux News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 5

Rays’ Gavin Lux gets encouraging injury update at spring training

The Tampa Bay Rays received encouraging news regarding one of their key offseason additions as spring training continues. Second baseman Gavin Lux appears to be trending toward game action after several productive days of increased activity at camp.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / March 5

Rays release 2026 Spring Breakout game roster

MLB’s third annual MLB Spring Breakout game is scheduled for March 19-22. Growing in popularity, the four-day event features top prospects from every team in 16 exhibition games.

Kevin Cash News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 5

Kevin Cash Provides Update on Injured Rays Veteran Infielder

The Tampa Bay Rays have been dealing with a lot of injuries thus far in spring training, looking to manage things ahead of Opening Day in three weeks. One of the players they are still waiting on is their new starting second baseman, Gavin Lux.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 5

Rays' Outfielder Showing Encouraging Signs of Development in Spring Training

As spring training continues for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team is seeking to bounce back from a disappointing campaign in 2025. In order to accomplish that, they will need some players to step up in what will undoubtedly be a challenging American League East. This winter, the Rays were a franchise that made a lot of moves to reshape the roster.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 4

Rays Are Set Up Well Long-Term Defensively at Key Infield Position

The Tampa Bay Rays know that there are some question marks with their lineup heading into the 2026 season when it comes to offensive production. There are a few established and known entities on the roster.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 4

Rays Scratch Veteran Outfielder From Lineup Against Netherlands

The Tampa Bay Rays are set to continue their spring training exhibition season against the Netherlands on March 4. However, they have announced a change to the original lineup that they were planning to go with.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 4

Rays' Outfield Depth Highlights Lineup Against the Netherlands

Following a couple of wins in a split-squad game, the Tampa Bay Rays will be back in action on Wednesday, hosting Team Netherlands as they prepare for the World Baseball Classic. With the WBC starting up, some of the national teams are playing exhibitions against major league opponents to get ready.

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MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 4

Four Standouts From Tampa Bay’s Back-To-Back Victories Over Phillies and Twins

The Tampa Bay Rays picked up two victories on Tuesday afternoon by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 and the Minnesota Twins 5-3. With the wins, the Rays improve to 5-7 in Spring Training, and they are holding up well without several stars who are competing in the World Baseball Classic in the upcoming weeks.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 4

Rays Top 30 Prospect List Features Plenty of New Talented Players

The Tampa Bay Rays were very busy this offseason, reshaping their Major League roster and organizational depth. A lot of trades were made, most of which were done with a clear eye on the future.

Shane McClanahan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Rays’ Shane McClanahan makes emotional admission after spring training debut

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan did not know what to expect when he took the mound in Tuesday’s spring training game versus the Philadelphia Phillies.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 3

Rays' New Infielder Projected to Have Solid Season Replacing Fan-Favorite

As the Tampa Bay Rays prepare for the start of the regular season, they are rolling through spring training, trying to get a feel for what the roster will look like.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 3

Rays' Starting Pitcher Looks Sharp in Spring Training Debut

The Tampa Bay Rays had arguably their biggest game of spring training so far on Tuesday against the Philadelphia Phillies with their star pitcher back on the mound. Coming into Tuesday, all eyes were on the Rays at home with the club having two games.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Kevin Cash’s ‘smiling’ goal for Shane McClanahan’s Rays spring training debut

As fans have been waiting for any update on Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan and his recovery process, he is set to make his spring training debut on Tuesday afternoon against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 3

Rays Pitching Prospect Turning Heads Early On in Spring Training

The Tampa Bay Rays have a lot of high-upside, exciting young players in their organization after stockpiling prospects this offseason. Some of those players are getting a chance to showcase their abilities during spring training.

Theo Gillen News / Total Pro Sports / March 3

Who Is Theo Gillen? The Tampa Bay Rays’ Top Prospect Gearing Up To Make A Splash

The Tampa Bay Rays might’ve found their next spark plug. Quietly. Patiently. And now, loudly, with Theo Gillen trending inside big league camp. The 20-year-old outfielder, drafted 18th overall in 2024 out of Westlake High in Austin, is now the No.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 23

Who’s Going To Round Out This Rays Rotation?

The top of this Tampa Bay Rays rotation is relatively set. Drew Rasmussen, coming off an elite 2025 season, is their Opening Day starter. Ryan Pepiot is a solidified number two.

Edwin Uceta News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19

Rays’ Edwin Uceta Headed For Testing On Shoulder

Rays right-hander Edwin Uceta is headed for testing after experiencing shoulder discomfort early in camp, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Uceta

Drew Rasmussen News / Field Level Media / February 19

Drew Rasmussen named Opening Day starter by Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays will hand the ball to right-hander Drew Rasmussen on Opening Day. Manager Kevin Cash told reporters Thursday at spring training in Port Charlotte, Fla., that it was "a pretty easy call" to start Rasmussen against the Cardinals in St.