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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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 / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 3

Rays' Star Pitcher Scheduled to Start on Tuesday Against Phillies

With spring training kicking into gear, the Tampa Bay Rays will have two split-squad games on Tuesday. While the team will be on the road playing the Minnesota

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

Three Rays Prospects Who Could Debut Some Time This Season

The Tampa Bay Rays are getting prepared for the start of the regular season, and with 10 games done in spring training, that time is quickly approaching. Following a disappointing campaign in 2025, in which they missed the playoffs, the Rays shook things up this winter.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 2

Rays' Slugger in Midseason Form Following Hot Start to Spring Training

The Tampa Bay Rays have been rolling through spring training, and one of their veterans looks like he is ready for the season to begin. As spring training continues for the Rays, they have been focused on getting players some opportunities to showcase what they can do and potentially make the team in 2026.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 2

Rays Pitching Prospects To Keep Eye on During World Baseball Classic

The Tampa Bay Rays are going to be well represented during the 2026 World Baseball Classic. They have some key members of their Major League roster participating in the international tournament.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 2

Rays' Thriving Prospect Highlights Lineup for Game Against Pirates

The Tampa Bay Rays will be getting set for another spring training game, this time against the Pittsburgh Pirates. On Monday, it will be the 10th game of spring training for the Rays, and they currently have a 3-6 record.

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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.

MLB News / DRaysBay / March 2

Four numbers that actually matter in Spring Training: Week One

As fans, we thrive on finding meaning in our teams’ stats. Do the numbers coming out of spring training — which is basically one very long practice — actually have significance, however?

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 1

Rays Have One of the Most Underrated Infielders in Baseball Anchoring Lineup

There are a few questions surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays entering the 2026 MLB regular season. Likely the biggest question is their lineup, specifically where offensive production will come from.

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Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 1

Junior Caminero Knocking on Door of Being Best Third Baseman in MLB

The 2025 season was a coming-out party for Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero. A highly regarded prospect, he made his debut in 2023. In 2024, he was called up shortly after the MLB trade deadline and has stuck with the Major League club ever since.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 1

Rays' Starting Lineup Against Braves on Sunday Missing Key Players

The Tampa Bay Rays will be back in action on Sunday with spring training rolling on against the Atlanta Braves. Coming off a bad loss, the Rays will be looking to bounce back. While wins and losses in spring training aren’t the most important thing, it was not a good showing for Tampa Bay on Saturday.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 1

Rays’ Talented Prospect Has Potential To Be Excellent Power-Hitter

As the Tampa Bay Rays continue through spring training, the team is getting a good look at some of the young talent in their system. Of their prospects, they do have one who has some appealing power. With the Rays preparing for the 2026 campaign, there is undoubtedly some concern about whether or not they can keep up in the American League East.

Chandler Simpson News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 28

Rays' Chandler Simpson Highlights Skill He's Trying to Improve

With spring training underway for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team is working hard to improve and get ready for the regular season. With a young group overall, development and improvement will be key to their success. This winter, the Rays were a very aggressive and busy team following missing the playoffs the last two years.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 28

Rays' Prospect Set to Return for First Time Since Surgery

As spring training continues for the Tampa Bay Rays, they will be getting a player back on the field for the first time in a long time on Saturday. It has been a good start to spring training for the Rays with a bunch of their players getting into form.

Cedric Mullins News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 28

Cedric Mullins Has Plenty of Motivation To Produce With Rays

Heading into the MLB offseason, the Tampa Bay Rays knew that they needed to shake things up in their outfield. In 2025, they had arguably the least productive group of outfielders in baseball.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 27

Rays' Slugger Predicted to Land With Padres by End of Season

With spring training underway for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team is starting to put their roster together for the 2026 campaign. However, what the roster looks like at the end of the season could be very different. Following missing the playoffs each of the last two years, the Rays made it a mission to shake things up a bit this winter.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26

Rays fans will want to hear Kevin Cash’s latest Shane McClanahan injury update

As the Tampa Bay Rays prepare for the 202 season, they are nearing the return of starting pitcher Shane McClanahan. Thus far in spring training, all signs have pointed towards McClanahan being ready for Opening Day.

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.