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On YouTubeTampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 11
Rays Former All-Star Making Great First Impression at Spring Training
The Tampa Bay Rays are beginning spring training, which means the 2026 baseball season has officially begun. Despite some underwhelming predictions for how the regular season will play out, there is still some optimism surrounding the Rays heading into the year.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 11
Rays Bringing Back Fan Favorites As Consultant Is Home Run Move
The Tampa Bay Rays had to make some changes with their coaching staff this offseason because of other organizations hiring people away. Their biggest loss was Blake Butera, who the Washington Nationals named as their manager.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 11
Recently Acquired Prospect Will Be Player to Watch for Rays During Spring Training
With pitchers and catchers starting to report and spring training kicking into gear, the Tampa Bay Rays will be hopeful for a strong season in 2026. For the last two years, the Rays have missed the playoffs following a consistent streak of being a contender.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 11
Rays Signing Veteran Starting Pitcher Was a Very Wise Move
The Tampa Bay Rays are getting set for the start of spring training, with pitchers and catchers starting to arrive. With the offseason finally starting
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / February 11
Who do you expect to make the Rays starting rotation? 
DRaysBay works best as a place for community and conversation. Accordingly, in the lead up to the new season, we are posting “Daily Questions” in the month of February.
Brett Wisely News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Rays Trade Brett Wisely Back To Braves
The Braves announced they’ve reacquired infielder Brett Wisely from the Rays for cash. Atlanta placed reliever Joe Jiménez on the 60-day injured list with what they termed a “left articular cartilage injury” to open a spot on the 40-man roster.
MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 10
Rangers' Free Agent Predicted to Sign With Rays Before Opening Day
With pitchers and catchers starting to report to camp, the start of the regular season is right around the corner for the Tampa Bay Rays. However, there is still a key position that is a bit of a concern. As the offseason starts to wind down for the Rays, it has been a very busy couple of months.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / February 10
Rays announce Promotional Schedule for 2026
The Rays have announced the promotional schedule for the 2026 season. Each item will be made available to the first 10,000 fans in attendance. As is tradition: The first is a schedule magnet presented by Orlando Health at the Rays Home Opener at Tropicana Field (April 6) against the Chicago Cubs.
Evan Longoria News / DRaysBay / February 10
Rays announce Evan Longoria number retirement for July 12
The Tampa Bay Rays have announced they will also celebrate former Rays third baseman Evan Longoria with a weekend of events and recognition dubbed, “Longo’s Legacy Weekend.” The team will honor Longoria by inducting him into the Rays Hall of Fame on Saturday, July 11 and will retire his No.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / February 10
Rays 2026 Catching Outlook
The Rays catching group last season performed far below the standard we’ve historically seen from them. They were one of the worst groups in the league on both sides of the ball.
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.
Nick Martinez News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 10
Rays Plan on Mound for Free Agent Addition Nick Martinez Revealed
With spring training about to get underway, the Tampa Bay Rays made a shrewd move to continue bolstering their pitching staff, signing free agent Nick Martinez, formerly of the Cincinnati Reds.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 10
Rays Round Out Starting Rotation with Versatile, Dependable Veteran
The Rays appear to have a full projected rotation. Of course, no modern baseball franchise only uses five starting pitchers over the course of the regular season.
MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 9
Marlins Seen as Potential Trade Partner for Rays' Star Slugger
The Tampa Bay Rays are getting set for the start of spring training, and the team will be hoping for a bounce-back year. It has been a pretty wild offseason for the Rays, who have made a plethora of moves this winter.
Peter Strzelecki News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9
Brewers To Sign Peter Strzelecki To A Minor League Deal
The Brewers are expected to add reliever Peter Strzelecki on a minor league deal, per multiple reports (including Adam McCalvy of MLB.com). The righty debuted with the club in 2022.
Tampa Bay Rays News / ESPN / February 9
Sources: RHP Martinez, Rays agree to 1-year deal
The Tampa Bay Rays added Nick Martinez on Monday, agreeing to a one-year, $13 million contract with the right-hander, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Nick Martinez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 9
Rays signing Nick Martinez to $13 million contract in free agency
Spring Training is around the corner, but the Tampa Bay Rays are not satisfied with their roster. The wheels keep turning in St. Petersburg. Free-agent pitcher Nick Martinez has agreed to a $13 million contract, per MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, and will return to the American League for the first time since 2017.
MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 9
Rays Make Shrewd Addition to Pitching Staff, Signing Former Reds Hurler
With spring training right on the doorstep, the Tampa Bay Rays have announced another Major League addition to their pitching staff. As shared by Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times, the Rays have signed veteran right-handed pitcher Nick Martinez.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 9
MLB Injury Update: Shane McClanahan Return, Griffin Canning Status & More
Shane McClanahan carved out a reputation as one of the best young starting pitchers in the MLB over his first three seasons. However, the 28-year-old left-hander has not taken the mound for the Tampa Bay Rays since the middle of the 2023 campaign.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 7
Three Rays Who Could Exceed Expectations This Season
The Tampa Bay Rays are entering the point at which the offseason activity is coming to a close. It’s all about who you’ve got and what they can do with that opportunity.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
MLB Rumors: Tampa Bay Rays Emerge As Landing Spot For Ex-Giants RHP
The Tampa Bay Rays endured an extremely challenging 2025 campaign. It began in November 2024, when Hurricane Milton caused heavy damage to Tropicana Field in St.
Brett Wisely News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6
Rays Designate Brett Wisely For Assignment
The Rays announced that they have designated infielder Brett Wisely for assignment. That’s the corresponding move for them to acquire outfielder Víctor Mesa Jr.
Rob Manfred News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Rays release renderings of proposed ballpark site
The Rays have new owners and the major order of business is to build a new stadium. It was reported last month that the club had signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with the board of trustees at Hillsborough College as the club pursues the college’s Dale Mabry campus.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 5
Rays reveal renderings for potential new stadium
The future of the Tampa Bay Rays came into sharper focus Thursday as the organization released its first official visual renderings of a proposed new stadium, offering Rays fans and stakeholders a tangible glimpse of what could become the franchise’s next permanent home.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 3
Latest Tampa Bay Rays News and Notes
The Tampa Bay Rays’ offseason is coming to an end as pitchers and catchers prepare to report to Spring Training. As per usual, the Rays found themselves in the middle of a few trades, a free agent signing or two, and the hope that further development will propel their young players forward.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 3
Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays
The Seattle Mariners had been looking for another bat in the lineup, with president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto hinting that a trade was in the works. That deal came together on Monday.
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