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Rays Produced at Level Not Seen in 74 Years Against Cardinals

The biggest question for the Tampa Bay Rays coming into the 2026 MLB season was how their lineup would produce offensively. Outside of designated hitter Yandy Diaz, first baseman Jonathan Aranda and third baseman Junior Caminero, there was a lot of uncertainty with this group.

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Wander Franco renewed trial delayed… again

Wander Franco’s re-trial in the Dominican Republic for his role in a relationship with an underage girl has been delayed to an unknown date. The new trial

K.C. Hunt News / DRaysBay / March 30

K.C. Hunt Player Profile

A roster crunch forced the Rays’ hand in trading Jake Woodford to the Brewers, but I’m still a bit disappointed by it on a personal level because he was one of my favorite players in camp this spring.

Shane McClanahan News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 30

Rays' Pitcher Coming Back Went Beyond Physical Recovery

Shane McClanahan is expected to make his first Major League start in nearly two and a half years on Tuesday in Milwaukee against the Brewers. It will mark his first time pitching on a big-league mound since August 2, 2023.

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MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 29

Rays Have Reason To Be Optimistic Despite Losing Series to Cardinals

The Tampa Bay Rays have finished up their series against the St. Louis Cardinals, and while they might not have won the three-game set, there were some positive takeaways for the team moving forward. It was certainly not an ideal start to the campaign for the Rays against the Cardinals to begin the season.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / March 29

Yandy Diaz, Rays topple Cardinals to salvage series finale

Yandy Diaz went 5-for-6 with four RBIs as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays beat the St. Louis Cardinals 11-7 on Sunday to avoid a three-game series sweep. Jonathan Aranda added three hits and two RBIs for the Rays, who collected 17 hits.

MLB News / DRaysBay / March 29

Sweet relief: Rays 11, Cardinals 7

The Rays escaped from St. Louis with a win. Although the Rays offensive production was impressive — 11 runs, 17 hits and 4 walks — there was not one minute when this win felt assured.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 29

How to Watch Rays vs Cardinals in Game 3 of the Season

The Tampa Bay Rays will be getting set for their season finale against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday, hoping to avoid what would feel like a really bad sweep of the series. Coming into the season, the Rays had some high hopes that they would be able to be a contender in the American League East.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 29

Early Season Struggles of Key Unit is Concerning for Rays

With two games in the books for the Tampa Bay Rays, the team is not off to the start that they would have liked. In each game, the Rays have had leads late, but have been unable to hold them. To start the season, Tampa Bay was likely pleased to see the team draw the rebuilding St.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 28

Rays Will Need To Protect Key Slugger in Lineup Going Forward

The Tampa Bay Rays lost their season-opener to the St. Louis Cardinals in a game that they looked to have well in control. In the loss, a potential issue for the team going forward might have popped up. Despite having a 7-1 lead entering the bottom of the sixth inning, the Rays were unable to come away with a win on Opening Day.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 28

Newest Rays Produced Impressive Spring Numbers in Key Metric

The Tampa Bay Rays started the 2026 season with a 9-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Opening Day. The bullpen disappointed, giving up eight runs in the sixth after the Rays’ offense scored six off Cardinals relievers.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

MLB News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / March 27

Rays Star Not Worried After Bullpen Implosion vs Cardinals

Things looked great for the Tampa Bay Rays in their Opening Day game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen was having a great day on the mound against Matthew Liberatore, who was performing at a high level himself.

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

Rays Lineup Ranking Not Reflective of Group’s Potential Upside

The Tampa Bay Rays had a few question marks with their lineup heading into the 2026 MLB regular season. Injuries are already hurting the team, with their projected starting middle infield of shortstop Taylor Walls and second baseman Gavin Lux both hitting the injured list.

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Tampa Bay Rays Betting Preview for 2026

After finishing with sub-.500 winning percentages in both 2024 and 2025, the Tampa Bay Rays are looking to improve in what widely projects to be a down 2026 season.

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

Rays Predicted to Finish Poorly in Tight AL East Division Race

With Opening Day here, the Tampa Bay Rays will be excited for the start of what they hope can be a special season. The team will be entering a new era

MLB News / DRaysBay / March 26

The One That Got Away: Cardinals 9, Rays 7

It looked like Rays fans were set for a joyous Opening Day, with the reshaped lineup scoring seven runs on a whopping 17 hits. Jonathan Aranda homered, multiple players had three-hit days, Junior Caminero reached base four times while every Cardinals pitcher tried to pitch around him.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 26

Rays vs. Cardinals Predictions, Picks & Odds For Opening Day Game 1

Rays vs Cardinals: The Tampa Bay Rays begin their 2026 campaign with a three-game series on the road against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Opening Day contest gets underway at Busch Stadium on Thursday afternoon.

Cam Booser News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Rays Add Cam Booser To 40-Man Roster

The Rays added lefty reliever Cam Booser to their 40-man roster, the team announced. He will not break camp, as the club optioned him to Triple-A Durham.

Ryan Pepiot News / Field Level Media / March 24

Rays RHP Ryan Pepiot (hip) to begin season on IL

Tampa Bay Rays starter Ryan Pepiot will begin the season on the injured list with right hip inflammation, manager Kevin Cash confirmed Tuesday. The 28-year-old right-hander had been scheduled to start Tuesday's spring finale against the Atlanta Braves.