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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 23
Rays eager to regain form, salvage series finale vs. Orioles
Not only have the Tampa Bay Rays struggled in the past week-plus, but the troubles have come against the bottom teams in the American League East. Tampa Bay will try to avoid a three-game series sweep by the host Baltimore Orioles when the teams face off on Sunday afternoon.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 23
Rays Trade Deadline Acquisition Playing Way Out of Playoff Spot
The Tampa Bay Rays made several moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline in an effort to fortify their roster for the stretch run of the season. As the owners of the best record in the American League, it made a ton of sense to go for it this year.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Shane McClanahan News / TWSN / August 22
Shane McClanahan August 22nd Pitching Matchup & Analysis
After two straight All-Star seasons in 2022 and 2023, Shane McClanahan did not pitch at all in 2024 or 2025 due to injury. McClanahan is now back, and despite not making the All-Star Game, he’s posted some strong numbers.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 22
Rays To Activate Manuel Rodríguez
The Rays will activate reliever Manuel Rodríguez from the 60-day injured list this weekend, president of baseball operations Erik Neander tells Tom Krasniqi of 95.7 FM.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 22
Orioles' Pete Alonso smashes game-winning HR, joins exclusive club
With his second home run in three days, Pete Alonso put his consistency on display in the Baltimore Orioles' win on Friday night.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 21
Rays Prospect To Keep Eye on as Late-Season Call-up
The Tampa Bay Rays have consistently been one of the best teams in baseball throughout the 2026 MLB regular season. Entering play on Aug. 21, they own
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 21
Rays strive to regain road success in opener vs. Orioles
The Tampa Bay Rays and Baltimore Orioles will face off again after a few days apart, and neither club is bound to be pleased with recent trends. The Rays and Orioles will meet in the opener of a three-game series Friday night in Baltimore.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 21
Rays' Poor Homestand Should Have Tampa Bay Concerned
The Tampa Bay Rays suffered another loss on Thursday to end their home stand, and it is the second straight series in which they suffered defeat. While
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 20
Rays Have Bright Future Behind the Plate With Star Prospects
Essentially, since their inception, the Tampa Bay Rays have struggled to find a long-term answer at catcher. There have been a few solid seasons throughout their franchise history behind the plate, but sustained success from their backstops has been difficult to find.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / August 20
Kevin Cash Provides an Update on Victor Mesa Jr. Ahead of Rays Game
Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash provided an encouraging update on rookie outfielder Victor Mesa Jr. as the team manages his recent hamstring injury. Mesa was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain after the issue resurfaced during Tuesday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / August 19
Report: Rays placing OF Victor Mesa (hamstring) on injured list
The Rays are expected to place outfielder Victor Mesa Jr. on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a left hamstring injury, the Tampa Bay Times reported.
Logan Driscoll News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Marlins To Acquire Logan Driscoll
Catcher Logan Driscoll has triggered an assignment clause in his minor league deal with the Rays and is headed to the Marlins, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / August 18
Kevin Cash Reveals Plan for Griffin Jax Ahead of Rays-Blue Jays Matchup
Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash revealed that right-hander Griffin Jax is scheduled to make a minor league rehab start Sunday for the Triple-A Durham Bulls.
Bryan Baker News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
Rays’ Bryan Baker does a vulgar celebration after getting save
Bryan Baker decided to celebrate Monday’s victory by pulling a Roseanne Barr. The Tampa Bay Rays won on Monday night over the division rival Baltimore Orioles by a final score of 7-6.
Shane McClanahan News / Athlon Sports / August 17
Rays Demote Player After Shane McClanahan's Activation
The Tampa Bay Rays have a choke hold on the American League East Division despite the crowed playoff scene within. The Rays sit 5.5 games up on the Yankees for first place in the division, but as of Monday, four of the five teams hold a playoff spot.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Viral Sports News / August 13
Rays Surprisingly Cut Ties With Former High Draft Pick
The Tampa Bay Rays designated right-handed pitcher Trevor Martin for assignment on Thursday, a move that clears a spot on the 40-man roster for the newly signed infielder Jorge Mateo.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 12
MLB insider addresses Yankees' chances of winning AL East
The Tampa Bay Rays started Wednesday with a six-game lead over the New York Yankees in the American League East. Is the race over or do the Yankees still have a path to a division crown?
Junior Caminero News / Yardbarker / August 12
Rays superstar Junior Caminero joins elite company with 35th home run
Junior Caminero joined exclusive company while helping the Tampa Bay Rays expand their winning streak to eight games on Tuesday night.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / August 10
Examining the Tampa Bay Rays’ Trade Deadline Moves
The Tampa Bay Rays entered the month of August in a position few expected them to hold – looking to perverse their lead in the AL East and the top record in the American League.
Craig Kimbrel News / Yardbarker / August 9
Royals' desperate search for bullpen help leads to Craig Kimbrel
The Kansas City Royals have been desperately looking for anyone who can get outs in the major league bullpen. That search has led to a potential future Hall of Fame closer.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 5
Freddy Peralta made major Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor move before being traded by Mets
It was reported last fall that Lindor and Soto had a "chilly" relationship after Soto signed a 15-year, $765M contract to join the Mets in December 2024.
Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / August 4
Freddy Peralta's struggles continue in horrendous Rays debut
Peralta made his Rays debut on Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies, and his performance fell right in line with the entire season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Rays bolster rotation by adding Tyler Wells from Orioles
The Tampa Bay Rays continued fortifying their pitching staff on Monday in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 4
Biggest winners, losers from a wild MLB trade deadline
So which teams made the most of the pressure-packed final few hours? Here are three franchises that got better at the trade deadline and three that stumbled through it.
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