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The Tampa Bay Rays have long been blessed with a deep pitching staff. Think about some of the great hurlers to wear a Rays uniform over the years. David Price.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Blue Jays designate reliever for assignment to make room for top prospect

The Blue Jays announced Monday that left-handed reliever Ryan Borucki has been designated for assignment. His spot on the roster will go to top prospect Trey Yesavage, whose previously reported promotion to the major league roster is now official.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / September 15

Rays call up RHP Joe Boyle, to start vs. Jays Monday

Right-handed pitcher Joe Boyle was called up from Triple-A Durham by the Tampa Bay Rays and will make the start against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays Monday night.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 22

Brian Van Belle could finally make MLB debut after Rays' latest moves

The Tampa Bay Rays optioned Joe Boyle to Triple-A Durham on Friday. They recalled swingman Brian Van Belle in a corresponding move, setting the 28-year-old up to make his MLB debut.

Rays calling up top-50 MLB prospect for big league debut

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / August 22

Joe Boyle Shelled Again in Rays' Ugly 7-4 Loss to Cardinals

TAMPA, Fla. — First it was Taj Bradley, and then it was Shane Baz. Now it's promising young right-hander Joe Boyle who can't get anyone out. Tampa Bay Rays' starting pitching, a strength of this franchise for nearly two decades, is suddenly a mess.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 30

Yankees Get to Joe Boyle in First 'Rotation' Start, Beat Rays 7-5

NEW YORK — Joe Boyle's first start in the Tampa Bay rotation started out with such promise. The Rays grabbed an early three-run lead, but them it all imploded — and fast.

Athletics News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 29

My Two Cents: Rays Pitcher Joe Boyle Takes Center Stage, This Time It's For Good

NEW YORK — We've talked all year about the Tampa Bay Rays riding their five-man rotation all season. Well, in the final days of July, things are finally changing.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23

Rays option struggling young starter after rough outing

He didn’t make it out of the second inning Wednesday. He gave up four hits and three walks, allowing four runs in an inning and two-thirds.

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Athletics News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 22

With Each Appearance, Curiosity and Questions Surround Rays Righty Joe Boyle

TAMPA, Fla. — Each appearance by Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Joe Boyle is accompanied by a forward-facing mentality and the question of how he will respond the next time he is called upon.

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America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

What are the Rays' trade deadline plans?

The Rays stumbled into the All-Star break. The Red Sox swept them in a four-game set at Fenway to conclude the first half. Tampa Bay has dropped 11 of their past 14 games.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / July 8

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Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / July 7

Player of the Series: Joe Boyle

His time in Durham reached its boiling point. When Joe Boyle has command, he might just be the most lethal pitcher in baseball. After decimating the International League with the Durham Bulls, the Rays finally are giving Boyle a spot on the active roster.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 5

Rays' LF Prospect Peters, RHP Boyle Earn Player and Pitcher of the Month Honors

Outfielder Tristan Peters was named the Tampa Bay Rays' Minor League Player of the Month and right-hander Joe Boyle earned Minor League Pitcher of the Month honors for June, according to a release from the team.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Joe Boyle Is Pitching Well And Could Be Ready For a Promotion

The Tampa Bay Rays are in the middle of a postseason race as the calendar flips to July. They are playing well, but there is always room to improve. The starting pitchers have generally held up their end of the bargain, but Taj Bradley has experienced a turbulent season.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / April 14

Player of the Series: Joe Boyle

Five no-hit innings from a spot-starter is a nice surprise Joe Boyle might just have the nastiest arsenal in all of baseball. A ridiculous fastball that ranks among the league’s best with secondary pitches that are among the top of the charts in movement and velocity.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / December 15, 2024

Tampa Bay Rays Trade Acquisition Joe Boyle Turning Heads Because of Elite Stuff

On Saturday, the Tampa Bay Rays traded left-handed pitcher Jeffrey Springs to the Athletics for a package highlighted by pitching prospect Joe Boyle. The 25-year-old Missouri native made his major league debut in 2023 and has 16 games of experience under his belt at the major league-level.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 30, 2024

Joe Boyle Bounces Back in Second Rehab Start

Oakland A's right-hander Joe Boyle made his second rehab start with the Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators on Wednesday night, and this one went a whole lot better than the first one.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6, 2024

A's place struggling starter on injured list

The 24-year-old won a spot in the season-opening rotation, but has had a rough beginning to the 2024 campaign. He has only tallied 27 2/3 innings over seven starts.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 30, 2024

Joe Boyle stymies Pirates, extends Athletics' hot streak

Joe Boyle overcame a wild start to throw five innings of one-hit ball as the Oakland Athletics opened a 10-game homestand with a 5-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / March 26, 2024

Athletics name Joe Boyle 5th starter, Hoy Park to Triple-A

The obvious choice for the final rotation job On the eve of the final game of the spring, A’s manager Mark Kotsay told reporters that right-handed rookie Joe Boyle had claimed the fifth and final rotation spot: It’s a well-deserved job after Boyle’s solid spring performance.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / March 22, 2024

Boyle shelled in 8-2 losing affair

After impressing all spring, hard-throwing righty Joe Boyle wasn’t able to end his Spring Training on a high note Friday While the A’s celebrated a walk-off

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 17, 2024

Joe Boyle's Walk Total Starting to Pile Up in Oakland A's Camp

Coming into camp, right-hander Joe Boyle was one of the players in contention for the fifth spot in the Oakland A's rotation. When Luis Medina went down due to a right knee sprain, the competition seemed to be over after Boyle got off to a hot start this spring.