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Shane Baz helps Rays complete sweep of Mets

Shane Baz pitched 6 2/3 effective innings and Jonathan Aranda hit a two-run double in the fifth inning after scoring the first run in a three-run second inning as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays continued their surge with a 9-0 victory over the New York Mets on Sunday afternoon.

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Rays Reacts Results: Evan Longoria Special

Getting misty. This week’s Rays Reacts was an Evan Longoria special following his one-day contract to retire as a Rays player. He threw the first pitch, but should he have picked up a bat?

MLB News / DRaysBay / June 15

Who’s your daddy?!: Rays 9, Mets 0

A very happy Father’s day gift for all Rays fan dad’s out there. The New York Mets had not been swept this season. They had only lost one home series all year, and held MLB’s best home record.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / June 15

Rays rotation leading MLB in consistency

Surprise! We are not that many years removed from the moment the Tampa Bay Rays ruined baseball. After several starting pitchers were felled by injury, the Rays were forced to rush Yonny Chirinos and Ryan Yarbrough to the majors, and in order to protect their young guns, tried one new trick people hated.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?

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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.

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The 20 greatest in-game traditions in MLB

Attending a Major League Baseball game can provide memories for all fans. However, in this day and age, that doesn't always come from what happens on the field.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14

Rays' five-run fourth and solid relief stops Mets

Junior Caminero homered to ignite a five-run fourth inning Saturday, while Taylor Walls doubled twice and knocked in two runs as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays stopped the New York Mets by an 8-4 count.

Drew Rasmussen News / Field Level Media / June 14

Rays turn to Drew Rasmussen in bid for series win vs. Mets

The Tampa Bay Rays were sloppy Friday night, issuing seven walks, hitting a batter and committing three errors that led to five unearned runs. But none of it mattered because an offense that has been on a roll since the middle of May stayed in recent form during a 7-5 win over the New York Mets.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 13

Rays storm back in 6-run 6th, halt Mets' win streak

Danny Jansen's two-run homer capped a six-run sixth inning Friday night as the Tampa Bay Rays handed the New York Mets a rare home loss with a 7-5 decision in the opener of a three-game set.

Chandler Simpson News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 13

Tampa Bay Rays Speedy Prospect Chandler Simpson Joins Elite Company

Tampa Bay Rays' prospect Chandler Simpson is so fast that he just accomplished something that only Corbin Carroll has done this season. Per MLB Pipeline on social media: "Watch Simpson fly!" @RaysBaseball's No.

Shane McClanahan News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Rays Make Trade With Astros After Shane McClanahan News

The Houston Astros enter Friday atop the American League West standings. Owning a 4.5 game lead over the second place Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Angels, the Astros look primed for another postseason appearance.

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.

Rays place RHP Manuel Rodriguez (forearm) on 15-day IL

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Manuel Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / June 11

Rays place RHP Manuel Rodriguez (forearm) on 15-day IL

The Tampa Bay Rays placed right-hander Manuel Rodriguez on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday with a strained right foreram. The move was retroactive to Tuesday.

Junior Caminero News / Just Baseball / June 11

Junior Caminero’s Loudest Tool is Shining Through Right Now

It has been a roller coaster two years for Junior Caminero. After the nationwide disappointment from baseball fans when he was kept in Triple-A Durham, and then saw his stay in AAA extended because of a battle with injuries, Caminero was finally called up on August 12th for his first full stay in the Majors.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 10

Rays manager Kevin Cash drops cryptic Shane McClanahan injury update

Tampa Bay Rays fans got good news and bad news on Tuesday when it comes to pitcher Shane McClanahan. The lefty starter has been out since spring training with a triceps nerve injury, but threw off a mound at full distance over the weekend for the first time since his injury.

MLB 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.

Watch: Boston's Anthony makes brutal blunder in his MLB debut

Watch: A's Denzel Clarke robs HR for his latest jaw-dropping catch

Reporter details how 'external help' helped Pete Alonso this season

Juan Soto addresses possible turnaround after New York's sweep of Rockies

Colorado is approaching dubious record that no one is talking about

Braves rookie righty to miss rest of season after Tommy John surgery

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / June 9

Kings of Steinbrenner: Rays Are Playing Better At Their Temporary Home

The Tampa Bay Rays have won 14 of their past 18 games and are now 4.5 games back in the AL East. It wasn’t all that long ago when the Rays were below .500 and wondering how they could play more consistently.

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.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 8

Rays promote former second-round pick

The Rays have called left-hander Ian Seymour up from Triple-A Durham, with right-hander Cole Sulser optioned to Triple-A in the corresponding move.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Total Apex Sports / June 7

Tampa Bay Rays Pitching Staff With Great 14-Game Stretch

The Tampa Bay Rays pitching staff is amid a great 14-game stretch. Their pitchers have allowed three earned runs or fewer in their last 14 games. That is the most such games in franchise history and the longest streak in the league since the Houston Astros had 15 consecutive games in 2022.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Tampa Bay Rays Make Massive Move In MLB Power Rankings

Winning at home has been an issue for the Tampa Bay Rays, yet they've found a level of success on the road. It makes some sense as the Rays are playing at George M.

Chandler Simpson News / Just Baseball / June 5

Did the Rays Make the Right Call Optioning Chandler Simpson?

In recent years, Major League Baseball has seen an influx of fast players, with many possessing the ability to steal numerous bases. As this new age of speed has come, we’ve also seen a large spike in stolen bases as a result.

Travis Jankowski News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Tampa Bay Rays Outfielder Travis Jankowski Clears Waivers, Becomes Free Agent

There definitely was a need for outfielders with the Tampa Bay Rays for a period of time. Travis Jankowski performed admirably for the team, but there ended up being no room for him on the 40-man roster.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 4

Pete Fairbanks vs. Kyle Finnegan: Who's a better fit for Phillies?

Two names that have emerged as potential trade candidates for the Phillies are Kyle Finnegan and Pete Fairbanks. So, which one is the better fit in Philadelphia?

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / June 3

The Tampa Bay Rays are Pitching Out of Their Minds

The Tampa Bay Rays are one of the hotter teams in baseball over the last couple of weeks. They have risen in the American League East and are within spitting distance of one of the Wild Card spots.

Taylor Walls News / Yardbarker / June 1