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The Rays defense kept the first inning from escalating into disaster. With Pete Alonso on first base, Ryan Vilade made this catch to save a run. But that’s not all!
MLB News / NBC Sports / August 16
Shane McClanahan News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 16
Shane McClanahan Set To Return to Rays Rotation Against Orioles
The Tampa Bay Rays have not fared well against the Baltimore Orioles at the start of their four-game set at Tropicana Field. All of the positive momentum
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?
MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 16
Orioles Continue To Be Rays Kryptonite on the Field
The Tampa Bay Rays recently matched some impressive MLB history, going undefeated on their West Coast trip, defeating the Colorado Rockies, Seattle Mariners and Athletics.
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 / NBC Sports / August 16
Chandler Simpson News / NBC Sports / August 16
MLB News / NBC Sports / August 16
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 16
Rays DFA'd Pitcher Lands in Great Spot With Angels
The Tampa Bay Rays recently added to their Major League roster, signing utilityman Jorge Mateo after he was released by the Atlanta Braves. Because he signed a Major League contract, corresponding moves had to be made to fit him on the 40- and 26-man rosters.
Jorge Mateo News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 16
Jorge Mateo Is Going To Make Major Impact for Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays suffered a significant loss when versatile infielder Ben Williamson hurt his hamstring during their nine-game road trip and was seen on crutches, leading to a stint on the injured list.
Trevor Martin News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 15
Angels Claim Trevor Martin
The Angels have claimed right-hander Trevor Martin off waivers from the Rays. He has been optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake. The Angels had a free spot on their 40-man roster, so no corresponding move was necessary.
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.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 13
Rays return from historic 9-game trip for division set with Orioles
New Tampa Bay catcher Liam Hicks has only played eight games with the Rays, but the Canadian-born backstop is proving to be a winning acquisition by the organization.
Trevor Martin News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13
Rays Designate Trevor Martin For Assignment
The Rays announced their previously-reported signing of infielder Jorge Mateo. They also recalled right-hander Jesse Scholtens. To open active roster spots for those two, infielder Carson Williams and right-hander Michael Grove have been optioned to Triple-A Durham.
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?
Tampa Bay Rays 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.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9
Rays Place Griffin Jax On 15-Day Injured List
Prior to today’s game, the Rays announced that right-hander Griffin Jax has been placed on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to August 6) due to discomfort in his throwing elbow. Right-hander Michael Grove was called up from Triple-A to take Jax’s spot on the active roster.
MLB 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.
Kevin Kelly News / Just Baseball / August 8
Kevin Kelly Is Re-emerging as a Rays Bullpen Weapon
Bullpen woes hit the Tampa Bay Rays hard to begin the 2025 season, but by season’s end, despite a 77-85 regular season record, they had MLB’s 12th best reliever ERA at 3.81 and tied for the third-lowest WHIP at 1.23 alongside the Cleveland Guardians and Chicago Cubs.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Rays' Junior Caminero joins list of MLB legends with latest HR
At only 23, Caminero joined a group of MLB legends when he hit his 30th home run of the season in the fourth inning.
Shane McClanahan News / Yardbarker / July 31
Tampa Bay Rays lose key starter just before trade deadline
The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly in the market for a starting pitcher. That need became even more important on Friday. Rays president of baseball operations Erik Neander announced during an appearance on WDAE radio with Tom Krasniqi that pitcher Shane McClanahan is being placed on the Injured List due to tightness in his back.
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