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Rays’ Kevin Cash provides Ha-Seong Kim injury update after Twins loss

The Tampa Bay Rays’ shortstop Ha-Seong Kim’s much-anticipated debut on Friday against the Minnesota Twins was cut short by a right calf injury, raising concerns about another potential setback for the team’s high-profile offseason acquisition.

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Dud of a finish: Twins 4, Rays 3

Harrison Bader homers twice to surge the Twins past Tampa Bay Ha-Seong Kim made his much-anticipated season debut this afternoon, as he singled and stole a base before a calf cramp ended his Independence Day in the seventh inning.

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Harrison Bader News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 4

Rays Let Late Lead Slip Away, Lose 4-3 to Twins on Harrison Bader Walk-Off Home Run

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The Tampa Bay Rays' blueprint for success is a well-worn tale. Winning a game is usually all about getting good starting pitching, finding a few timely hits and then slamming the door shut late.

Yandy Diaz News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 4

Rays' Yandy Diaz Has Been Baseball's Most Valuable Player the Past Month

It's a little early to name an MVP, but that hasn't stopped Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Yandy Diaz from claiming the title over the last month. At the plate, Diaz has been electric for the Rays.

Byron Buxton News / DRaysBay / July 4

Rays Trade Target: Byron Buxton

The Rays are set to begin their final road trip of the first half in Minnesota on Friday, with an Independence Day matinee against the Twins. The postseason picture is becoming clear, and the Twins seem to be outside of it.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 4

My Two Cents: Can Happy Rays Continue Thier Winning Ways on Road?

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Much has been made of the Tampa Bay Rays playing home games in a temporary stadium this year, but we haven't talked enough about how great they've been on the road.

Ha-seong Kim News / Field Level Media / July 4

Ha-Seong Kim set for Rays debut in opener vs. Twins

The Tampa Bay Rays will begin their long, strange trip to the All-Star break when they face the Minnesota Twins on Friday afternoon to open a three-game series in Minneapolis.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

Former top pitching prospect outrighted by Rays

It was the second DFA of the season for the former first-round pick.

Ha-seong Kim News / Field Level Media / July 3

Rays INF Ha-Seong Kim (shoulder) to make club debut Friday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Ha-Seong Kim was activated Thursday from the 60-day injured list and is slated to make his team debut against the host Minnesota Twins on Friday.

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

Rays Reinstate Ha-Seong Kim from Injured List, Option Curtis Mead

The Tampa Bay Rays have activated infielder Ha-Seong Kim from the injured list in a move that was anticipated for a long time. Curtis Mead was optioned in a corresponding move as the Rays prepare to take on the Minnesota Twins.

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Rays Reacts Results: Playoffs?

The outlook has shifted on the 2025 season. It’s amazing how much can change in just a month. Just one month ago I asked Rays fans to vote on if the team will make the playoffs and only 38% were confident they could do it.

Yandy Diaz News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 2

Yandy Diaz's 6th Inning Blast Gives Rays 100 Home Runs On the Season

Thanks to Yandy Diaz's 415-foot two-run blast in Wednesday's 6-5 win over the Athletics, the Tampa Bay Rays have reached 100 home runs on the year. Diaz's rocket came shortly after Josh Lowe launched home run No.

Brandon Lowe News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / July 2

Rays' Brandon Lowe Extends Hitting Streak to 18, Climbs in Franchise Record Books

On Wednesday afternoon, in a 6-5 series finale victory against the Athletics, Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe put his consistency on full display.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

3 Rays prospects who must be untouchable in trade talks

The Tampa Bay Rays are tight with the New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East. If they finish their series against the Athletics strong, they could be in control of the division for the first time this season.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 30

Former Tampa Bay Great Fred McGriff Named Hitting Coach For AL All-Star Futures Team

TAMPA, Fla. — Brody Hopkins, the Tampa Bay Rays' top pitching prospect, will be the only player representing the organization in the 2025 All-Star Futures game, but a former franchise great will be there, too.

Brody Hopkins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 30

Tampa Bay Rays Top Pitching Prospect Brody Hopkins Named to All-Star Futures Team

Tampa Bay Rays top pitching prospect Brody Hopkins is making an All-Star appearance. The 2025 All-Star Futures Game rosters were announced Monday, with Hopkins featured as one of the pitchers for the American League.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / June 30

With the Rays Surging, Will They Still Trade Any Veterans?

Last year didn’t look anything like the seasons that the Tampa Bay Rays are used to. The team was as mediocre as could be, hovering around the .500 mark from the beginning of the season to the end.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 30

Watch: Rays Top Prospect Carson Williams Extends Sunday Home Run Streak to Five

For Tampa Bay Rays top prospect Carson Williams, Sundays are all about hitting home runs. For the fifth Sunday in a row, Williams converted the long ball.

Wander Franco News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Rays rumors: Wander Franco set to forfeit $154 million with MLB career likely done

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has likely played his final baseball game in the major leagues following a conviction for sexual abuse of a minor in the Dominican Republic.

Joe Rock News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Tampa Bay Rays Designate Forrest Whitely, Call up Joe Rock from Triple-A

The Tampa Bay Rays announced Saturday morning that they have designated right-hander Forrest Whitely for assignment. In the corresponding move, Tampa Bay has activated left-hander Joe Rock from Triple-A Durham.

Wander Franco News / Field Level Media / June 26

Wander Franco found guilty of sexually abusing minor

Wander Franco was found guilty of sexual abuse of a minor in the Dominican Republic and sentenced to a two-year suspended prison sentence on Thursday. Franco, 24, and the mother of the victim were sentenced nearly two years after investigators opened the case into his illegal relationship with a then-14-year-old girl.

Wander Franco News / Yardbarker / June 27