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The Cardinals beat the Rays 6-5 in a game that went ten innings. The Rays’ offense showed fight, scoring four in the ninth to tie after being shut out for the first eight innings.

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

Rays Will Need To Protect Key Slugger in Lineup Going Forward

The Tampa Bay Rays lost their season-opener to the St. Louis Cardinals in a game that they looked to have well in control. In the loss, a potential issue for the team going forward might have popped up. Despite having a 7-1 lead entering the bottom of the sixth inning, the Rays were unable to come away with a win on Opening Day.

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

Newest Rays Produced Impressive Spring Numbers in Key Metric

The Tampa Bay Rays started the 2026 season with a 9-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Opening Day. The bullpen disappointed, giving up eight runs in the sixth after the Rays’ offense scored six off Cardinals relievers.

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MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 27

Rays Star Not Worried After Bullpen Implosion vs Cardinals

Things looked great for the Tampa Bay Rays in their Opening Day game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen was having a great day on the mound against Matthew Liberatore, who was performing at a high level himself.

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

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

Rays Lineup Ranking Not Reflective of Group’s Potential Upside

The Tampa Bay Rays had a few question marks with their lineup heading into the 2026 MLB regular season. Injuries are already hurting the team, with their projected starting middle infield of shortstop Taylor Walls and second baseman Gavin Lux both hitting the injured list.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / March 27

Tampa Bay Rays Betting Preview for 2026

After finishing with sub-.500 winning percentages in both 2024 and 2025, the Tampa Bay Rays are looking to improve in what widely projects to be a down 2026 season.

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

Rays Predicted to Finish Poorly in Tight AL East Division Race

With Opening Day here, the Tampa Bay Rays will be excited for the start of what they hope can be a special season. The team will be entering a new era

MLB News / DRaysBay / March 26

The One That Got Away: Cardinals 9, Rays 7

It looked like Rays fans were set for a joyous Opening Day, with the reshaped lineup scoring seven runs on a whopping 17 hits. Jonathan Aranda homered, multiple players had three-hit days, Junior Caminero reached base four times while every Cardinals pitcher tried to pitch around him.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / March 26

Rays Opening Day lineup for 2026 has some surprises

The Rays Opening Day lineup for 2026 has been posted by manager Kevin Cash, and has some surprises compared to the expected starters for the season, in part because a left hander is on the mound in for -Rays first round pick Matthew Liberatore, who was traded to St.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 26

How to Watch Rays vs Cardinals on Opening Day: TV Channel and Live Stream

After a long winter, Opening Day is officially here for the Tampa Bay Rays, and they will be getting things started with a series on the road against the St.

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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 / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 26

Rays vs Cardinals Season Opening Series Preview

Here. We. Go. Opening Day has arrived, and at long last, Tampa Bay baseball is back. While the realistic projections of the Rays being the weakest team in a loaded division aren’t exactly false, nothing can dampen the feeling Opening Day brings.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 26

Rays Starting Pitching Rotation Undervalued in Power Rankings

Opening Day is here for the Tampa Bay Rays, who will begin the 2026 MLB regular season on the road against the St. Louis Cardinals. Heading into the campaign, there are still a few question marks surrounding the team, namely, how good their offense will be.

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MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 26

Rays vs. Cardinals Predictions, Picks & Odds For Opening Day Game 1

Rays vs Cardinals: The Tampa Bay Rays begin their 2026 campaign with a three-game series on the road against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Opening Day contest gets underway at Busch Stadium on Thursday afternoon.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 25

4 Rays Players Who Helped Themselves Most in Spring Training

The Tampa Bay Rays wrapped up spring training and are preparing for Opening Day against the St. Louis Cardinals. Over the last month, there was a lot of competition in camp at Port Charlotte.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 25

Don't Count Rays Out From Trading for Shortstop

The Tampa Bay Rays are getting set for the start of the season against the St. Louis Cardinals, and the hope is that the 2026 campaign will be a successful

Cam Booser News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Rays Add Cam Booser To 40-Man Roster

The Rays added lefty reliever Cam Booser to their 40-man roster, the team announced. He will not break camp, as the club optioned him to Triple-A Durham.

Jake Woodford News / Field Level Media / March 24

Brewers acquire RHP Jake Woodford from Rays

The Milwaukee Brewers acquired right-hander Jake Woodford from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for a minor league pitcher and cash on Tuesday. Right-hander K.C.

Ryan Pepiot News / Field Level Media / March 24

Rays RHP Ryan Pepiot (hip) to begin season on IL

Tampa Bay Rays starter Ryan Pepiot will begin the season on the injured list with right hip inflammation, manager Kevin Cash confirmed Tuesday. The 28-year-old right-hander had been scheduled to start Tuesday's spring finale against the Atlanta Braves.