Tampa Bay Rays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Rays overcome eight-run deficit to down Orioles

Junior Caminero drove in Yandy Diaz with a seventh-inning single to cap a four-hit performance and give the host Tampa Bay Rays their first lead as they overcame an eight-run deficit to claim a 12-8 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.

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

Rays Rally From 8 Runs Down, Stun Orioles 12-8 With Record-Setting Comeback

TAMPA, Fla. — This one was over practically before it started. And then it wasn't. The Tampa Bay Rays were in an eight-run hole after just two innings, but they staged a comeback for the ages on Wednesday night, scoring 12 unanswered runs to beat the Baltimore Orioles 12-8 at Steinbrenner Field.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Tampa Bay Rays Move Up in MLB Power Rankings

Just take a look at what has been happening with the Tampa Bay Rays over the past couple of weeks. They have been one of the hottest teams in the American League, overcoming their slow start with a bunch of wins.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 19

Wednesday's News of a Potential Sale Strengthens Tampa Bay Rays' Commitment to Local Market

For the last several years, as ballpark and attendance questions have swirled, the Tampa Bay Rays have been mentioned as a possible candidate for relocation.

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

Report: Tampa Bay Rays in Advanced Talks To Sell The Team

The Tampa Bay Rays are moving closer to a decision that will have major implications for the present and future of the franchise. The Rays have been in existence since 1998 and have been owned by two different individuals.

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

Could a New Ownership Group Re-Locate Tampa Bay Rays to Jacksonville?

A group led by Florida businessman Patrick Zalupski is reportedly in 'advanced' talks to buy the Tampa Bay Rays from current owner Stu Sternberg. A letter of intent has been signed, but that's not an official purchase, so there are still steps to be taken.

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

Tampa Bay Rays' Prospective Owner Reportedly Has Been Trying to Buy Team 'For a While'

On Wednesday, news broke that the Tampa Bay Rays are in advanced discussions with Florida businessman Patrick Zalupski about buying the team for $1.7 billion.

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

Two Rays Infielders Crack Top 5 In All-Star Voting

With less than a month to go until All-Star Weekend, Tampa Bay Rays infielders Jonathan Aranda and Brandon Lowe are in the top five of the voting leaders for first and second basemen in the American League.

Taj Bradley News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / June 18

Rays Righty Taj Bradley, Facing Orioles, Looks To Bounce Back From Brutal Stretch

TAMPA, Fla. — The last five weeks on the mound have proved to be anything but ideal for Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Taj Bradley. In his last seven games, the 24-year-old is 1-3 with a 4.26 ERA.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Larry Brown Sports / June 18

Tampa Bay Rays reportedly on verge of being sold

The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly close to being sold in a potential $1.7 billion deal. The Rays are in advanced talks to sell to a group of investors led by Jacksonville, Fla., developer Patrick Zalupski, according to Scott Soshnick and Kurt Badenhausen of Sportico.

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

Tampa Bay Rays Release Statement on Possible Sale of Team

It was reported on Wednesday afternoon that the Tampa Bay Rays are in 'advanced' talks to sell the team to a Florida-led investment group. The price point appears to be in the neighborhood of $1.7 billion, though nothing has been finalized yet.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / June 18

Report: Rays' owner in 'advanced talks' to sell team to Florida developer

Tampa Bay Rays principal owner Stu Sternberg is in "advanced talks" to sell the franchise to a group led by a Florida-based residential developer, Sportico reported Wednesday.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Rays rumors: $1.7 billion sale is imminent

A Tampa Bay Rays sale could come to fruition soon. According to Scott Soshnick and Kurt Badenausen of Sportico, the Rays are close to being sold to a group led by Patrick Zalupski, who is a developer in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 18

Minor League Baseball Owner Part of Group in 'Advanced' Talks to Buy Tampa Bay Rays

According to a new report in Sportico, the Tampa Bay Rays and a prospective ownership group are in 'advanced' talks about the sale of the team, which would be approximately $1.7 billion.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18

Rays Owner Stuart Sternberg In “Advanced” Talks To Sell Team

1:55pm: The team is expected to remain in the Tampa Bay area if the current sale process is completed, Marc Topkin and Colleen Wright of the Tampa Bay Times report.

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

Tampa Bay Rays in Advanced Talks to Be Sold to Florida Businessman

According to a report in Sportico, the Tampa Bay Rays and a group led by Florida businessman Patrick Zalupski are in advanced talks over sale of the team.

Jake Mangum News / Field Level Media / June 17

Jake Mangum, Rays look to keep things rolling vs. O's

The red-hot Tampa Bay Rays look to keep rolling Tuesday night in the second contest of their four-games series against the visiting Baltimore Orioles. It will be pretty hard to top the overall performance from Monday's 7-1 win in the first meeting with their American League East rival.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / June 15

The Fastballin’ Rays are the Hottest Team in Baseball!

Although they have been without their permanent home this year, the Tampa Bay Rays have been making themselves at home in the win column as of late. Dating back to May 20, Tampa Bay has won 17 of its last 23, earning them the best record in the Major Leagues.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / June 13

Identifying Starting Pitching Trade Targets For The Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays received unfortunate news regarding pitcher Shane McClanahan as they departed Boston and prepared to play the New York Mets in Queens.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Rays' McClanahan pauses rehab, seeking opinions on nerve issue

Rays' Shane McClanahan pauses rehab, seeking further opinions on nerve issue

The Tampa Bay Rays were dealt a frustrating blow Wednesday evening, as Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports that southpaw Shane McClanahan has paused his throwing progression and is seeking additional medical opinions on the nerve issue in his triceps that’s kept him sidelined since spring training.

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Roman Anthony News / Yardbarker / June 9

Roman Anthony's debut a microcosm of Red Sox's season

Outfielder Roman Anthony, much like the 2025 Boston Red Sox, didn't live up to the hype.

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Wander Franco News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10

Wander Franco now facing new weapons charge

Wander Franco now finds himself in even more legal trouble. The Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Franco was charged in his native Dominican Republic on Sunday with illegal possession of a handgun, according to a report by the Associated Press.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 4

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