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Rays vs Reds in Series Opener: Preview, Storylines

The Tampa Bay Rays will be heading back home following another solid week with a 4-2 record. Coming off a sweep of the New York Yankees, the Rays entered last week feeling good and were able to build off some of that momentum with another sweep against the Chicago White Sox.

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Tampa Bay Rays 2026 Minor League Roundup: Week 2

This week’s minor league roundup will only feature the numbers accumulated prior to the start of play on Monday. This was the 1st a week of full minor league play.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 20

Rays Land Prep Star Shortstop in Recent MLB Mini Mock Draft

The Tampa Bay Rays have been one of the most pleasant surprises in the MLB during the early going of the 2026 season. Entering play on April 19, they were in first place in the American League East with a 12-8 record, a half-game ahead of the New York Yankees, whom they swept in the first series they faced off this year.

Mitch Keller News / DRaysBay / April 19

Rays drop rubber match as Keller impresses:Rays 3, Pirates 6

Despite taking the loss in the series finale against the first place Pirates, Shane McClanahan should be leaving Pittsburgh feeing really good about where he is at.

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How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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Chandler Simpson News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 19

Chandler Simpson Is 2nd Player in MLB History To Achieve Incredible Feat

One of the most pleasant surprises for the Tampa Bay Rays in the early going of the 2026 MLB regular season has been Chandler Simpson. The converted infielder spent all offseason working tirelessly on his defense in the outfield.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Shane McClanahan News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 19

Kyle Snyder Sees First Win as a Potential Turning Point For This Rays Pitcher

After missing the past two seasons due to a pair of significant injuries, Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan picked up his first win of the season Tuesday night on the road against the Chicago White Sox, his first win since June 16, 2023, against the San Diego Padres.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 18

Cedric Mullins, Rays outlast rain, Pirates in 13-inning win

Cedric Mullins' two-run leadoff home run in the top of the 13th inning made the difference in an 8-7 victory for the Tampa Bay Rays against the Pirates to end a marathon game in Pittsburgh on Saturday night.

Griffin Jax News / DRaysBay / April 18

Griffin Jax will rebound

The Rays had high expectations for Griffin Jax when he was acquired at last year’s trade deadline. After some poor batted ball luck but mostly good results to finish the 2025 season, Jax has gotten off to an uneven start in 2026.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 18

Hot Streak Has Rays Rightfully Climbing Recent MLB Power Rankings

Coming into the 2026 MLB regular season, the Tampa Bay Rays were a team many people were overlooking. Projections had them in the cellar of the competitive American League East, with question marks surrounding their lineup’s ability to create offense consistently, and some naysayers doubting the free agent additions they have made.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 18

Rays Receive Shockingly High Grade for Hot Start This Season

The Tampa Bay Rays have gotten off to a strong start to the season, and they will be looking to keep their momentum going with another series win against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Coming into the campaign, it was a bit uncertain what way the Rays were going to go.

MLB News / DRaysBay / April 17

A Quiet Start, Then Got Lowe’d : Rays 1, Pirates 5

All winning streaks eventually come to an end. The Rays came into Friday night looking like a team that had figured out a little something. They had won six straight games, scored at least five runs in all six of those games.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 17

Rays’ Star Junior Caminero Delivers on Mom’s Birthday Promise

Before the Tampa Bay Rays took on the Chicago White Sox in the final game of their three-game series, third baseman Junior Caminero made a promise to his mom for her birthday.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 17

Rays Against Pirates in Series Opener: Preview, Storylines

The Tampa Bay Rays will be remaining on the road this weekend to start a series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. With both teams playing better than expected so far, this should be a fun series. Following a mediocre start to the season, the Rays have now won six straight games and are in first place in the American League East.

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Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17

Rays manager drops ‘not surprised’ truth bomb on Brandon Lowe’s electric start

The Tampa Bay Rays will be going up against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they’ll see a familiar face on the other side. Brandon Lowe, who had been with the Rays for eight seasons, is now with the Pirates, and he’s lighting it up for them to start the season.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / April 17

Rays vs Pirates Interleague Series Preview at PNC Park

Ring the alarms and put the league on notice; the Tampa Bay Rays are finding their groove. First, it was the mighty Yankees who rolled into St. Pete and walked away with a three-game sweep-sized bruise.

Jacob Melton News / DRaysBay / April 17

Melton Making Moves

Jacob Melton was acquired by the Rays as the centerpiece in the Brandon Lowe trade. He brings a high-impact toolset: fringe 70 power, plus defense across all three outfield spots (including center field), and above-average speed.

Nick Martinez News / Field Level Media / April 17

Seeking 7th straight win, Rays send Nick Martinez vs. Pirates

In a battle of teams off to strong starts, the Tampa Bay Rays will carry a six-game winning streak into the opener of an interleague three-game set against the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 16

Rays score three in ninth, beat White Sox for sixth straight win

Hunter Feduccia and Taylor Walls drew bases-loaded walks in the ninth inning after Junior Caminero hit a game-tying solo home run, propelling the streaking Tampa Bay Rays to a 5-3 win against the host Chicago White Sox on Thursday.

Shane McClanahan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Rays’ Shane McClanahan ‘blacked out’ after first win since 2023

The Tampa Bay Rays secured an 8-5 win over the Chicago White Sox, and Shane McClanahan stood at the center of it all. Under the stadium lights, he finally returned to the win column after 1,033 days.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 15

$Craig Albernaz suffered seven fractures in face after being struck by foul ball$

Orioles' Craig Albernaz suffered seven fractures in face after being struck by foul ball, forced to eat 'baby food'

Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz better learn to like the taste of Gerber.

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz gets struck in the head by a foul ball

Astros pitcher's odd explanation for injury might actually make sense

Blue Jays' Trey Yesavage could soon make return to rotation

David Peterson gets honest on Mets' early-season struggles

Mets star makes big admission about 'pressing' amid Juan Soto absences

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14

Rays Sign Michael Grove, Transfer Ryan Pepiot To 60-Day IL

The Rays announced that they have signed right-hander Michael Grove to a big league deal and placed him on the 15-day injured list. He is still recovering from last year’s shoulder surgery.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 12

Rays’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

The Tampa Bay Rays know competing in the AL East is no easy task. Each offseason the franchise scours the open market to see if they can find any underrated talent.

Jazz Chisholm News / Yardbarker / April 13

Yankees' Chisholm admits he doesn't know rules after epic blunder

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. admits he doesn't know rules after epic blunder

Chisholm has been at the eye of the storm this season for his struggles at the plate and his behavior on social media, and this certainly won't do much to help his case.

Jazz Chisholm blamed the weather for his slow start

Yankees could eventually part ways with all-star infielder amid early struggles

Yankees share big Anthony Volpe injury update

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Joe Boyle News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 11

Rays Place Joe Boyle On 15-Day Injured List

The Rays announced that right-hander Joe Boyle has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right elbow strain. The placement is retroactive to April 10. Right-hander Jesse Scholtens was called up from Triple-A to take Boyle’s spot on the 26-man roster.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Rays Activate Taylor Walls From IL, Option Carson Williams

The Rays are shuffling their infield mix this morning, as Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times relays that shortstop Taylor Walls is being activated from the injured list.