Tampa Bay Rays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / July 27

Tampa city council pulls Rays stadium funding from agenda

The Tampa Bay Rays' battle for a new ballpark deal hit another obstacle with Tampa's city council removing from its agenda an upcoming vote on a public funding proposal.

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

Rays Remain Team to Beat in American League in Recent MLB Power Rankings

The Tampa Bay Rays were able to have a fantastic week after a bit of a disappointing start to the second half. Now, as a true contender in the American

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / July 27

Rays Reacts Results: Which jersey will the Rays retire next?

Welcome back to Rays Reacts, with a new and improved process! At this site we love data, and I understand there have been frustrations with the transparency related to the sponsored weekly polls, but the good news is that we’ve been able to integrate with The Feed section of DRaysBay, where there is now transparency on the population of voters!

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The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

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

Rays Deadline Plans Are Being Challenged From Within

It’s almost a foregone conclusion that the Tampa Bay Rays will be making some noise at the trade deadline this coming week. Their position as the American League’s best has been fueled by superstar performances that could use some extra help.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Drew Rasmussen News / Field Level Media / July 26

Drew Rasmussen, Rays blank Guardians to complete series sweep

Drew Rasmussen allowed one hit over seven shutout innings while Chandler Simpson manufactured the game's lone run as the Tampa Bay Rays completed a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Guardians with a 1-0 win Sunday in St.

Yandy Diaz News / Field Level Media / July 26

Steady Yandy Diaz, Rays aim for series sweep of Guardians

Yandy Diaz bolstered his case as one of the best players in Tampa Bay Rays history on Saturday, and the veteran designated hitter shows no signs of slowing down.

Nick Martinez News / Field Level Media / July 25

Nick Martinez stifles Guardians as Rays roll to victory

Nick Martinez tossed six shutout innings and Yandy Diaz recorded his 1,000th career hit with Tampa Bay as the Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 on Saturday in St.

Theo Gillen News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 25

Rays' Top Prospect Theo Gillen Delivers Signature Moment in Double-A

Friday was a big day for the Tampa Bay Rays organization. The Rays became the first American League team to reach 60 wins this year, and the franchise's top prospect showcased his flair for the dramatic with a game-winning hit.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Rays Make Decision After Injury News

The Tampa Bay Rays welcomed back veteran left-hander Steven Matz on Saturday, activating him from the 15-day injured list while optioning right-hander Chris Roycroft to Triple-A Durham.

Nick Fortes News / Field Level Media / July 25

Nick Fortes, Rays focus on continuing success in rematch vs. Guardians

Catcher Nick Fortes has emerged as an unlikely force for the Tampa Bay Rays, who will continue their three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday night in St.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 25

Rays Predicted To Trade Former Top Prospect Ahead of Deadline

The Tampa Bay Rays are in a great position to pull off a blockbuster ahead of the MLB trade deadline. And with the best record in the American League, they should be aggressive, as reports are indicating they will be.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 24

Rays pound out 15 hits in win over Guardians

Ryan Vilade hit a two-run homer and Richie Palacios added a three-run blast as the Tampa Bay Rays opened a three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians with an 11-3 win on Friday in St.

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Yandy Diaz News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Rays Make Yandy Diaz Mistake Before Blue Jays Game

The Tampa Bay Rays briefly created confusion before Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays when an administrative error left Yandy Díaz off the lineup card posted in the clubhouse and on the MLB app.

Jesse Scholtens News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Rays Make Decision After Player Returns From Injury

The Tampa Bay Rays activated right-hander Jesse Scholtens from the 15-day injured list on Thursday but immediately optioned him to Triple-A Durham, choosing to keep their major league pitching staff unchanged.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / July 22

Rays fans get exciting update ahead of MLB trade deadline

There haven't been many seasons where the Tampa Bay Rays front office has decided to be aggressive at the MLB trade deadline. Will that change this season with the team leading the AL East?

Massive update on Mets' Luis Robert Jr. emerges as trade deadline approaches

Another Mets star drawing significant trade interest

Historically bad start could complicate Twins pitcher Joe Ryan's trade market

Latest Freddy Peralta comments won't help Mets ahead of trade deadline

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

Theo Gillen News / Just Baseball / July 21

Theo Gillen Breaks Through To Double-A and Is Hungry For More

It was only a matter of time before Tampa Bay Rays top prospect Theo Gillen was going to be promoted to Double-A Montgomery. Gillen, Just Baseball’s No.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 19

Red Sox tie second-longest win streak in franchise history with 13th consecutive win

Another solid outing from Sonny Gray along with a two-run home run from Willson Contreras helped the Boston Red Sox match their second-longest win streak in franchise history.

Red Sox's Wilyer Abreu approaching MLB history

William Contreras celebrated walk-off HR with an epic bat flip

Drake Baldwin joins rare Braves company with five-hit, two-homer day

Hunter Goodman joins rare Rockies company with three-HR performance

Goodman enhances trade value with historic game