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Rays' Shane McClanahan puts stellar streak on line vs. Marlins

The Tampa Bay Rays will turn to their most reliable pitcher of late when left-hander Shane McClanahan takes the mound Saturday afternoon in the second contest of a three-game series against the host Miami Marlins.

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Rays Trade Candidate: Luis Arraez

With the uncertainty surrounding Gavin Lux’s health, the Rays are relatively thin in the middle infield. Richie Palacios (103 wRC+ vs righties) and Ben

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 6

Rays Wisely Seen as Potential Landing Spot for Twins Slugger

With the trade deadline about two months away, buzz is starting to generate about some potential options for teams. For the Tampa Bay Rays, they should be buyers, and the team has a few areas that they could look to address. The Rays have been easily one of the biggest surprises in baseball with the best record in the American League.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / June 5

Drew Rasmussen dominant in Rays' 2-hit shutout of Marlins

Tampa Bay starter Drew Rasmussen was nearly unhittable over seven outstanding innings, allowing just one hit as the American League East-leading Rays opened a three-game road series with a 6-0 blanking of the Miami Marlins on Friday night.

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MLB News / DRaysBay / June 5

Rays 6, Marlins 0: Rays sting Marlins in series opener

The Rays are in Miami to open their annual Citrus Series against the Marlins. Drew Rasmussen is on the bump against Marlins starter Ryan Gusto. Junior Caminero got things going in the top of the first with a one-out double to right, and Jonathan Aranda drew a walk to put two runners on for Yandy Diaz.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Chandler Simpson News / Field Level Media / June 5

Amid rough week, Rays’ Chandler Simpson (thumb) leaves vs. Marlins

Chandler Simpson left in the third inning of the Tampa Bay Rays' road game against the Miami Marlins on Friday with what the team called left thumb discomfort.

Tarik Skubal News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 5

Rays Hypothetical Trade Package To Acquired Tarik Skubal From Tigers

The Tampa Bay Rays have been playing at an incredibly high level all season, despite a recent blip in the radar. The Rays have been mired in the toughest stretch of the season to this point, losing eight of their last 10 games.

Nick Martinez News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 4

Rays Need To Be Prepared for Further Regression From Veteran Pitcher

One of the best stories thus far in the 2026 MLB regular season has been the performance of Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nick Martinez. A signing that was panned when it was announced at the onset of spring training, he far exceeded even the most positive of expectations.

Aaron Judge News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 3

Rays Relief Pitcher Beat Yankees, Aaron Judge With Increased Confidence

The Tampa Bay Rays are mired in a slump, losing seven out of nine games heading into their matchup with the Detroit Tigers on June 3. Despite the tough stretch, the Rays still own the best record in the American League entering play.

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

Tampa Bay Rays Bring Back Pitcher for Series Finale Against Tigers

While the Tampa Bay Rays have gotten off to a great start to the season, they have slipped up a bit of late. As the team tries to break out of a little funk, they have made a roster move to bring back up a young pitcher for their bullpen. Going back to the start of last week, the Rays have been in the middle of their worst stretch of the season.

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

3 Rays Players Who Need To Improve Production in June

The Tampa Bay Rays have been one of the most pleasant surprises in the MLB, sitting atop the American League East as the calendar flipped to June. To remain there, ahead of the New York Yankees, the team will have to continue playing at a very high level.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Jon Heasley News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 3

Rays Place Jon Heasley On Injured List

June 2: Tampa Bay announced that Heasley has been diagnosed with a stress reaction in his right elbow, which he evidently suffered while on the big league roster.

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

Rays Wisely Seen as Sleep Trade Parter for All-Star Pitcher

The Tampa Bay Rays have had a great start to the season. Now, the franchise must make sure they capitalize on their early success. Coming into the year, not too many people would have predicted that the Rays would have the best record in the American League entering June.

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Andrew Wantz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2

Andrew Wantz Elects Free Agency

The Rays announced that right-hander Andrew Wantz has cleared waivers and elected free agency. Tampa designated him for assignment a few days ago. He has a previous career outright, which gives him the right to reject further outright assignments in favor of the open market.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 2

How Rays can shock MLB world with Tarik Skubal trade

The Tampa Bay Rays have missed the playoffs the last two seasons. While a small market team, the Rays have had success in the past. Since 2008, they have made the playoffs nine times and won the American League twice, but they do not have a World Series title.

Chandler Simpson News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1

Chandler Simpson suffers a bizarre injury on a stolen base

Chandler Simpson was a victim of his own blinding speed during Monday’s game. The Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Simpson suffered an unusual injury in the middle of his team’s series opener against the Detroit Tigers.

Craig Kimbrel News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1

Craig Kimbrel’s Rays stint takes an unfortunate turn after just one appearance

The Tampa Bay Rays will have to wait a little longer before they can send veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel back to the mound. After just one appearance with Tampa Bay, Kimbrel was placed by the Rays on the 15-day injured list on Sunday due to a right wrist strain, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.

Carson Williams News / Athlon Sports / May 29

Why Did the Rays Demote Former Top Prospect Carson Williams After 12 Games?

The Tampa Bay Rays have chosen to send their former No. 1 prospect Carson Williams back to Triple-A Durham after a rough 12 game stretch. The shortstop was drafted by the Rays in the first round of the 2021 MLB draft and quickly soared to the top of the organizations prospect rankings.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / May 29

Rays' Reliever Suffers 2nd Injury Setback

This isn't good news for the Tampa Bay Rays and their bullpen. Rays manager Kevin Cash told reporters on Friday that relief pitcher Edwin Uceta (right shoulder impingement) suffered a setback after he extended his throwing to 75 feet.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 29

Rays Designate Jon Heasley For Assignment, Select Andrew Wantz

The Rays announced that they have reinstated infielder Ben Williamson from the 10-day injured list and selected the contract of right-hander Andrew Wantz.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / May 28

Will the Rays’ Rotation Continue To Shine Brightly This Season?

The Tampa Bay Rays have emerged as a dominant force in the American League to begin this season. While many pegged them as a likely last-place finisher in a division filled with big spenders, they are pacing the pack at 34-19.

Craig Kimbrel News / Yardbarker / May 27

Future Hall of Fame closer joins the best team in AL

His dominance in the closer role for the Atlanta Braves from 2011 to 2015 was among the greatest four-year stretches for any closer ever. Recently, though, it has been a rough go for the soon-to-be 38-year-old veteran.

Tigers manager drops huge Tarik Skubal injury update

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Luis Castillo showed frustration after getting pulled from his start against A's

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Wander Franco News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26

Wander Franco sentenced in sexual abuse case

Former Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has been sentenced after being alleged to have sexually exploited a minor. Franco was found guilty of sexual and psychological exploitation of a minor stemming from his relationship with a 14-year-old girl.