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On YouTubeTwo Errors, Two Homers, Too Many Missed Chances: Rays 0, Astros 2 
The Tampa Bay Rays came into Sunday’s game against the Houston Astros riding a nine-game homer streak. That streak came to an end on a day of a shutout loss, when the lucky breaks did not go the Rays’ way.
Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 5
Rays Rightfully Have Multiple Players Joining Junior Caminero on AL All-Star Team
The Tampa Bay Rays have been arguably the most pleasant surprise in the MLB this season, turning into a dominant squad. With a record of 52-34 entering play on July 5, they have the best record in the American League and are four games ahead of the New York Yankees in the AL East.
Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / July 5
Four Rays named to 2026 All-Star Game
Right-handed pitcher Bryan Baker, infielder Junior Caminero, designated hitter Yandy Díaz, and right-handed pitcher Drew Rasmussen have been named American League (AL) All-Stars and will represent the Tampa Bay Rays at the 2026 Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Game at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday, July 14.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 5
Rays Urged To Make Major Splash at MLB Trade Deadline for Star Pitcher
The Tampa Bay Rays have been playing some excellent baseball of late, and the team is once again proving to be arguably the best in the American League.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Deep in the heart of Texas: Astros 10, Rays 8
Is it me, or does it feel like the Rays almost never play well on holidays? Your gut feeling would be right, as Tampa Bay is now *checks notes* 10-18 on Independence Day.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 5
Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits familiar holiday walk-off blast vs. Rays
No stranger to setting off fireworks, Yordan Alvarez sent the home fans happy on Saturday with a big blast of his own. Alvarez crushed a walk-off home
Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 4
Junior Caminero Carrying Rays in Midst of Historic Hot Streak
When the Tampa Bay Rays went through their lull in late May through early June, the team wasn’t clicking on all cylinders. One of the players who wasn’t playing up to par was third baseman Junior Caminero.
Junior Caminero News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 4
Junior Caminero Receives Bold Comparison to Yankees Star
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero burst onto the scene during the 2025 MLB season, his first full year as a Major Leaguer. He put together one of the most memorable seasons for a player his age in the history of the sport, hitting 45 home runs to go along with 110 RBI.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 3
Rays outlast Astros in pitcher's duel for ninth straight win
Junior Caminero smacked his 10th home run over his last 10 games and Nick Fortes added a pair of run-scoring extra-base hits as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays extended their winning streak to nine games with a 3-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Friday.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Rays' Junior Caminero continues HR tear in win over Astros
Red hot like the weather across the country, Junior Caminero hit another home run on Friday as part of a Tampa Bay Rays' win to open up the holiday weekend.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3
2 trades Rays must make to upset Yankees in AL East
The Tampa Bay Rays have been the best team in the watered-down American League this year. As the Rays (51-33) have moved past the halfway point in the season and they are in command in the American League East, with a 4.0-game lead over the New York Yankees.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 3
Rays Star Duo Makes History Sweeping AL Monthly Awards
The Tampa Bay Rays have been on fire recently, getting their season back on track after hitting a lull for a few weeks. Entering play on July 3, the Rays are back in first place in the American League East, four games ahead of the New York Yankees.
Junior Caminero News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3
Rays’ Junior Caminero gets Cooperstown truth bomb from insider
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero emerged as a superstar-caliber player last season and has continued that level of play in 2026. At just 22 years old, he’s already recorded 76 career home runs, with 24 of them coming this year before the All-Star Break.
Drew Rasmussen News / Just Baseball / July 3
Drew Rasmussen Continues To Be MLB’s Most Underrated Starter
On Wednesday, Just Baseball released its American League and National League Players of the Month for June, and it should come as no surprise that the Tampa Bay Rays swept the AL honors.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 2
Rays ring up 8th straight win, beat stumbling Royals
Ian Seymour struck out eight over six strong frames, Cedric Mullins clubbed a two-run homer among his two hits and the visiting Tampa Bay Rays capped a three-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals with a 5-2 win Thursday night, their season-high eighth straight victory.
MLB News / EasySportz / July 2
Tampa Bay Rays, Miami Marlins Surge in MLB Power Rankings
The Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins are shaking up the MLB Power Rankings as July rolls in. Both teams have shown impressive form, climbing the ranks with the Rays moving from No.
Junior Caminero News / Yardbarker / June 30
Rays' Junior Caminero follows up Home Run Derby news by joining elite company in win over Royals
After announcing that he would be in the Home Run Derby field for the second year in a row on Tuesday, Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero wasted no time reminding everyone why he should be considered a threat to win it.
Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30
Trade Deadline Outlook: Tampa Bay Rays
After consecutive fourth place finishes in the AL East, the Rays are back to their old ways. They’ve exceeded outside expectations and not only find themselves atop the division, they’re approaching July with the best record in the American League.
Junior Caminero News / Yardbarker / June 30
Junior Caminero makes decision on 2026 Home Run Derby
The 22-year-old has been on an impressive power surge and has logged 22 home runs with a .292 batting average and a .932 OPS.
Austin Slater News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30
Rays Re-Sign Austin Slater To Minor League Deal
The Rays have re-signed veteran outfielder Austin Slater to a minor league contract, per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The Ballengee Group client is headed to Triple-A Durham.
Griffin Jax News / Just Baseball / June 29
Griffin Jax’s Move to the Rotation Is Paying Off
Griffin Jax took the ball in Kansas City on July 3, 2021, for what was his fifth career appearance, only this time it did not come via a long trot from the bullpen.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / June 28
Rays Make Roster Move After Fourth Straight Win
The Tampa Bay Rays recalled right-handed reliever Trevor Martin from Triple-A Durham and optioned right-handed reliever Michael Grove on Sunday. The move comes one day after Grove made his 2026 season debut, tossing three scoreless innings and striking out four batters against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday.
Sandy Alcantara News / Yardbarker / June 25
Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara
Pitcher Sandy Alcantara has been the subject of trade rumors for years as his salary continued to increase.
Drew Rasmussen News / Yardbarker / June 11
Drew Rasmussen has been a dominant weapon in Rays rotation
His pitching efficiency and resiliency are two factors that have played a significant role in his ongoing prosperity.
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