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On YouTubeTampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 4
Rays' Rightfully Receive Strong Grade from Recent Three-Team Deal
It has been a very busy winter for the Tampa Bay Rays, and the team will be hoping that the moves they have made will help them not only in 2026 but for years to come. After missing the playoffs for two straight seasons, the goal for the Rays in 2026 is certainly to snap that drought.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 4
Rays Top Pitching Prospect Predicted To Be Next Player to Debut
The Tampa Bay Rays are getting set for the start of the season soon, but they are still extremely active in their pursuit of upgrades. However, one spot that is still a bit of a question mark is in the rotation. It has been a very busy winter for the Rays, who were just recently involved in another three-team deal.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 4
Rays Busy Winter Still Results in Underwhelming Offseason Grade
The Tampa Bay Rays came into the offseason with a roster that had clear areas of weakness to be addressed. Their offense struggled to consistently produce in 2025, leading to mixed results on the field and only 77 victories.
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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.
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MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 3
Rays' Newly Acquired Infielder from Mariners Could Play Significant Role
With the offseason continuing for the Tampa Bay Rays, they recently got involved in a blockbuster deal that sent Brendan Donovan of the St. Louis Cardinals to the Seattle Mariners.
Rob Manfred News / DRaysBay / February 3
Ron DeSantis, Rob Manfred show support for new Rays stadium at Hillsborough College 
Today, Governor DeSantis and MLB Commissioner Manfred gathered with Hillsborough College President Ken Atwater and Rays CEO Ken Babby to show a united front in the effort to build a Rays stadium at the current Hillsborough College site.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 3
Rays Receive Brutal AL East Standings Prediction for Next Season
The Tampa Bay Rays are coming off a 77-win season in 2025, the first time since 2016, when they won 68 games, that they failed to reach the 80-win plateau in a 162-game season.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / February 2
MLB to Produce and Distribute Rays Broadcast
The Tampa Bay Rays announced today that Major League Baseball will take over production and distribution of local television broadcasts beginning with the 2026 season.
Ken Waldichuk News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 2
Rays Designate Ken Waldichuk For Assignment
The Rays announced they’ve designated left-hander Ken Waldichuk for assignment. That’s the corresponding 40-man roster move for infielder Ben Williamson, acquired from Seattle in tonight’s three-team trade that sent All-Star utility player Brendan Donovan to the Mariners.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 2
Pressure on Young Rays Pitcher To Help Replace Shane Baz in Rotation
Heading into the MLB offseason, the Tampa Bay Rays had a few areas of weakness to address on their roster. Everyone knew they needed more offense, but an under-the-radar need was their starting rotation.
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Rays reportedly acquire INF Ben Williamson in three-team deal
The Tampa Bay Rays have reportedly acquired slick fielding third baseman Ben Williamson from the Seattle Mariners as part of a three-team deal. We will update this article when the trade is finalized.
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.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 2
Rays' Former All-Star Wisely Deemed X-Factor for Team This Season
With pitchers and catchers set to report soon for the Tampa Bay Rays, the start of the season is right around the corner. For the Rays, they will be hoping a key player can stay healthy and succeed. As expected for Tampa Bay this winter, there were no shortage of moves made by the team to try and improve.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 2
Former All-Star Catcher Could Be Solid Option for Rays in Free Agency
The Tampa Bay Rays have been very busy this offseason and made a lot of moves, but they have not been able to address one area of need. Coming into the winter, the Rays had a desire to improve and try to snap a two-year playoff drought.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 1
Rays Predicted to Add New Catcher in Free Agency Before Opening Day
With the start of spring training quickly approaching, the Tampa Bay Rays will be hoping to snap a two-year playoff drought. However, there are still some question marks on the roster. So far this winter, the Rays have been one of the more aggressive teams in terms of making moves.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / February 1
Rays' Top Prospect Predicted To Win Starting Job for Opening Day
As the Tampa Bay Rays start to prepare for the start of spring training, they will have some questions that will need to be answered. With the start of the season quickly approaching, most of the major moves for the Rays are likely done.
Matt Thaiss News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 31
Red Sox, Matt Thaiss Agree To Minor-League Deal
The Red Sox have agreed to a minor-league deal with catcher Matt Thaiss, according to Andrew Parker of SoxProspects (link via Chris Cotillo of MassLive).
MLB News / Just Baseball / January 31
Top Cardinals’ Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026
Chaim Bloom’s reign as the head of baseball operations is off to a scorching start, with household names Nolan Arenado, Willson Contreras, and Sonny Gray all being moved to contenders.
Tampa Bay Rays News / New Baseball Media / January 30
Rays’ 2026 Spring Training NRI List Includes Hopkins, Isaac
The Tampa Bay Rays announced their list of 2026 Spring Training non-roster players on January 30. Tampa’s list includes several former first-round hitters, plus several of the team’s rising pitching prospects.
Shane McClanahan News / Last Word On Sports / January 29
What Can the Rays Expect From Shane McClanahan?
A lot has happened since Shane McClanahan last threw a professional pitch for the Tampa Bay Rays. It’s been nearly three years since the native of Maryland was healthy and dominating on the mound.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 27
Tampa mayor addresses report on Rays’ $2.3 billion stadium cost
The Tampa Bay Rays remain at the center of a high-stakes stadium debate as new cost projections surface, placing renewed focus on the future of baseball in the region.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Stadium Rant / January 27
Why The Tampa Bay Rays Are Poised For A 2026 Resurgence
The Tampa Bay Rays are done accepting mediocrity. After an uncharacteristic stumble in 2025, this organization is resetting with intent, rather than panic.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 25
Finding The Rays’ Closer Replacement
There was a time in the not-so-distant past that Tampa Bay shuffled through closers every season. Manager Kevin Cash took over in 2015. Over the next eight seasons, the club had seven different saves leaders.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Total Pro Sports / January 22
Tampa Bay Rays Issue Key Update On Stadium Status
Tropicana Field’s indefinite shutdown cast serious doubt on the Tampa Bay Rays’ long-term survival after the damage from Hurricane Milton. As a result, the Rays played their home games at Steinbrenner Field last year, the spring training facility of the New York Yankees.
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