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Rays Cut Ties With 26-Year-Old Power Hitter, Admit Defeat On Cubs Trade

Tuesday was a big day for roster moves around Major League Baseball, and the Tampa Bay Rays got rid of a young position player they once had high hopes for.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / November 19

Rays part with 7 players, add 7 at 2025 Rule 5 deadline

As expected, the Rays had a busy day on Tuesday ahead of the Rule 5 roster deadline. Here’s the full list, which we will get into one at a time. The Tampa Bay Rays have made the following roster moves today: – Designated OF Jake Fraley and OF Christopher Morel for assignment.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 19

Bold Orioles Free Agency Prediction Is Bad News for Already Underwhelming Rays Lineup

The Tampa Bay Rays are in a tough spot heading into the MLB offseason as a member of the American League East. They are always operating at a disadvantage because of the disparity that they have compared to their rivals in spending power.

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Edwin Diaz News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 19

Rays' Free Agent Could Be Great Replacement if Mets Lose Edwin Diaz

The offseason is starting to heat up for the Tampa Bay Rays, and the team has numerous areas that they would like to address. Coming into the winter, the plan for the Rays was a bit uncertain.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Rays Should Hire Former Gold Glover To Help Their Outfielders

The Tampa Bay Rays have plenty of issues to address when it comes to their outfield. They need to raise the ceiling on a group that was massively disappointing last season.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Twins add to bullpen, acquire Eric Orze from Rays

The Twins announced they’ve acquired reliever Eric Orze from the Rays for minor league pitcher Jacob Kisting. Minnesota takes a flier on the 28-year-old righty as they overhaul a bullpen that they decimated at the trade deadline.

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

MLB Insider Believes Rays Might Trade All-Star Slugger This Offseason

With the offseason starting to heat up, the Tampa Bay Rays will be actively trying to improve their team, whether it be for the short-term or long-term, this winter. Recently, one of the top free agents came off the board fairly quickly, with first baseman Josh Naylor signing with the Seattle Mariners.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Rays to designate Christopher Morel, Jake Fraley for assignment

Tampa Bay acquired Morel as the headliner of the trade that sent Isaac Paredes to the Cubs ahead of the 2024 trade deadline.

Pete Fairbanks News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 18

Rays AL East Rival Predicted To Sign Pete Fairbanks in Free Agency

The Tampa Bay Rays shocked the baseball world when they announced they were not exercising the team option they held for their closer, Pete Fairbanks. Instead of taking on their $11 million contract, the Rays decided to pay a $1 million buyout.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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Brandon Lowe News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Rays to listen to offers on Brandon Lowe

The Rays will field trade interest in Brandon Lowe this winter, writes Jeff Passan of ESPN. That’s to be expected with the All-Star second baseman one year from free agency.

Forrest Whitley News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Rays release former first-round pick to pursue NPB opportunity

The Rays announced that they’ve released former top prospect Forrest Whitley to pursue an opportunity in Japan. Tampa Bay had selected him onto the 40-man roster a couple weeks ago to avoid losing him to minor league free agency.

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Trent Grisham News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 18

Trent Grisham Projected Contract Makes Rays Free Agency Prediction a Head Scratcher

The Tampa Bay Rays have a few areas on their roster that could use upgrades this offseason. Arguably, the positional group needing the most help is the outfield.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 18

Rays rumors: ‘Destitute’ payroll could lead to 2-time All-Star trade

The Tampa Bay Rays are hoping to improve in 2026, after a frustrating 2025 season. Tampa Bay is expected to struggle though to spend money due to a destitute payroll, per ESPN.

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

Rays Future Star Continues Climbing Recently Updated Top 100 Prospect Rankings

The Tampa Bay Rays have done a wonderful job throughout their existence of pinpointing young talent that fits the mold they are looking for and getting the most out of their development.

Homer Bush News / DRaysBay / November 18

2025 Draysbay Community Prospect Review: Homer Bush Jr.

Prior to the start of each season, the Draysbay community takes part in an excercise in which the top prospects in the Tampa Bay Rays system are ranked by popular vote.

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

Rays Prospect Making Strong Case To Be Added to 40-Man Roster To Avoid Rule 5 Draft

The Tampa Bay Rays have some major decisions to make ahead of the Rule 5 Draft this year. Three players who are top 30-ranked prospects in the organization need to be added to the 40-man roster to avoid being part of the pool of draft-eligible players.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 17

Rays Fans Will Be Disheartened Learning of the MLB GM Meetings Buzz

The Tampa Bay Rays know they have to get creative when it comes to upgrading the talent on their roster compared to their American League East rivals. Since their inception, the Rays have operated on a notoriously strict budget.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 17

Rays Have Several Important but Easy Decisions To Make Ahead of Rule 5 Draft

The Tampa Bay Rays have already made some changes to their roster this offseason, cleaning things up. Six players were designated for assignment to make space for players who were already acquired from outside of the organization or coming off the injured list.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / November 17

Rays face hard choices for Tuesday’s 2025 Rule 5 Deadline

Tuesday marks the next important day in the off-season calendar, representing an important inflection point for all MLB rosters: Tuesday, Nov. 18: Rule 5 Deadline Eligible minor leaguers must be added to 40-man rosters by 6 PM EST on Nov.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 17

Improving This Key Area Should Be a Goal for Rays This Offseason

The Tampa Bay Rays have started up their offseason, and with the general manager meetings ongoing, a plan for the team going forward is starting to take place. While it may have been a surprising move by the team, the decision not to pick up the option for closer Pete Fairbanks does give them some more financial flexibility to start the winter.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 17

Rays Might Not Prioritize Improving Position That Was Lackluster Last Season

The Tampa Bay Rays have started up their offseason, with the direction of the team and what the plan will be is starting to take shape. It has already been a fairly active winter for the Rays, who are seeking to make some improvements and get back into playoff contention.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

Rays Should Reunite with Former Pitcher in Free Agency

The Tampa Bay Rays are usually at the top of the league when it comes to making trades. The Rays typically extract maximum value from the sheer amount of trades they execute.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / November 14

Rays confirm return to Tropicana Field next season

The Tampa Bay Rays have confirmed their return to Tropicana Field next season in St. Petersburg, Fla. The Rays played their home games at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa in 2025 due to the damages caused by Hurricane Milton in October 2024.

Bob Seymour News / Fastball on SI / November 13

Rays Release 27-Year-Old Power Hitter After Rough MLB Debut

Bob Seymour had to grind through the minor leagues as a former 13th-round pick, and in 2025, he finally broke through. Seymour's four years in the Tampa Bay Rays organization had been a long, impressive power display, as he hit a total of 89 home runs in 410 minor-league games.