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All but one run came via the Long Ball in the Rays’ first series loss in a month Rays fans have been accustomed all season to expect at least one home run in a Zack Littell start, as he’s the league leader in serving up the long ball — but not four.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / June 10

Former Yankees Arm is Emerging as Trade Deadline Fit to Return

Zack Littell isn’t a front-page name. But as the trade market begins to take shape, the right-hander could quietly become one of the more valuable arms available.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 6

Zack Littell’s hot streak will remind Rays fans of Shane McClanahan

Shane McClanahan entered the 2025 season hoping to have another dominant season. However, a triceps injury has delayed his season debut with the Tampa Bay Rays.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / June 3

Player of the Series: Zack Littell

Littell did we know we knew so little In a series that featured the Tampa Bay Rays plating double digit runs twice and out scoring the Houston Astros, 30-9 there are several players worthy of receiving this accolade.

MLB News / DRaysBay / May 31

Rays 16 Astros 3: Could this team be a contender?

When you see great pitching, strong defense, and crazy good hitting you start to dream Generally when I write a recap I settle on a key storyline. A particular position player with a few clutch hits.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / May 29

Player of the Series: Zack Littell

I wish I could give it to all three starters! With Adam on vacation this week, I’ve had the opportunity to write this week’s Player of the Series articles, and the power is thrilling.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / May 24

Will Tampa Bay Rays Deal This Veteran Pitcher at MLB Trade Deadline?

It has not been great for the Tampa Bay Rays in 2025. It has not been terrible for the Tampa Bay Rays in 2025. It simply ... has been. Entering Saturday with a 24-26 record across their first 50 games of the year, the Rays hold down fourth in the American League East, though they are only six games behind the first-place New York Yankees.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / April 27

Rays' Zack Littell looks for elusive win in clash vs. Padres

The series finale on Sunday between the visiting Tampa Bay Rays and San Diego Padres could be seen by a true cynic as a movable force against a resistible object.

MLB News / DRaysBay / April 16

Rays 0, Red Sox 1: Bright Lights, Dim Bats

A sharp outing from Littell was wasted as the Rays' offense could not get it going against the Red Sox. Jake Mangum may have been mic’d up for the television broadcast, but the Tampa Bay Rays’ offense was muted.

MLB News / DRaysBay / April 4

Rays 2 Rangers 5: One bad inning

The real problem, from a Rays point of view with tonight’s game had nothing to do with Zach Littell. The real problem was the offense. Coming into this season, I looked at the Rays roster and wondered where the heck the runs would come from.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 25

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

2025 Tampa Bay Rays Preview: Pitching

From pitching prospects to veteran arms and young studs, the Rays truly have one of the best pitching depth in baseball. With pitchers and catchers reporting for Spring Training, the Rays pitching staff stands out as the team’s strength.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / January 9

Zack Littell Becomes Tampa Bay Rays' Highest-Paid Pitcher After Avoiding Arbitration

The Tampa Bay Rays avoided salary arbitration with all seven of their eligible players ahead of Thursday afternoon's deadline, including starting pitcher Zack Littell.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 22

Rays Notes: Littell, Outfield, Caballero, Front Office

The Rays made a long-awaited trade from their rotation depth last week when they packaged left-hander Jeffrey Springs and reliever Jacob Lopez in a deal with the A’s that brought back right-hander Joe Boyle, two minor leaguers, and a pick in Competitive Balance Round A of the 2025 draft.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / December 2

Tampa Bay Rays Starting Pitcher Zack Littell Labeled as Potential Trade Candidate

The Tampa Bay Rays are set to have plenty of options to utilize in their starting rotation in 2025, meaning they could look to sell off an arm or two this winter.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / September 13

Zack Littell's gem backed by pair of early HRs as Rays top Guardians

Zack Littell allowed just two hits over six scoreless innings, Logan Driscoll clubbed his first career home run and Jonathan Aranda also went deep as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 on Friday night.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / September 1

Tampa Bay Rays Activate Pitcher Zack Littell From Injured List as Rosters Expand

The Tampa Bay Rays have reinstated right-handed pitcher Zack Littell from the 15-day injured list, the team announced Sunday morning. Littell hit the injured list with shoulder fatigue on Aug.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / August 17

Rays place RHP Zack Littell (shoulder) on 15-day injured list

The Tampa Bay Rays placed right-hander Zack Littell on the 15-day injured list on Saturday because of right shoulder fatigue. The move was retroactive to Thursday.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17

Rays veteran pitcher lands on IL with shoulder concern

The Tampa Bay Rays were dealt a tough injury blow on Saturday. Starting pitcher Zack Littell is heading to the injured list with a shoulder injury. Littell will be placed on the 15-day IL retroactive to Aug.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Rays lose starting pitcher to injured list

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