Carter Brantley

Joined: Oct 18, 2024

While Jansen was always going to be a bat-first catcher, his struggles offensively have made him a tough guy to run out there every day. But there's still hope he can turn things around at the plate, even if he doesn't do it behind it.

Rays backstops struggling offensively to start the 2025 season

Jonathan Aranda isn't exactly off to a surprisingly good start, as he ended 2024 on a high note, but it's still a very pleasant thing to see a player rewarded for his consistent play in the minors and capitalize on an opportunity.

Breaking down Rays infielder Jonathan Aranda's scorching start to the 2025 season

Vladdy Jr. is one of the best hitting first basemen in baseball, but is his value going to be high enough to justify this long-term contract?

Blue Jays' Vlad Guerrero Jr. extension ensures he'll torture Rays for years to come

Ryan Pepiot has been the ace of an excellent starting rotation to start the year, with a 2.45 ERA and 3.63 FIP.

Rays pitching staff gives reason for hope with hot start

If Christopher Morel can be more like the 2023 version of himself, the Rays should be just fine with him playing left field on an every-game basis.

How one Rays slugger can have a monster 2025 season

The subject of trade rumors during the 2024 Trade Deadline, Diaz signed an extension this offseason and looks to be one of the leading men (no pun intended) of this 2025 Rays team.

What the Rays can expect from their former batting champion

With George M. Steinbrenner being their home for the 2025 season, the Rays will look to rebound from a bummer of a 2024 campaign that saw them miss the playoffs for the first time in a while.

Predicting the Rays 2025 season

The 2 big decision makers in baseball seem to be chasing their tails in regards to trying to keep the Rays in Tampa Bay; how true are Stu's intentions to actually stay?

Another crushing blow for Rays fans, but is there hope?

Monty struggled a bit last season in AAA, but when called up to the majors and shifted to the bullpen for a very brief cameo he showed flashes of the elite stuff that makes him one of the most underrated pitchers in the Rays' system.

Rays have another hidden gem in their pitching staff

Brandon Lowe would be the first player that comes into many people's minds, and rightfully so, he hits a lot of bombs anyways.

3 Rays who could benefit greatly from playing at George H. Steinbrenner Field

With Curtis Mead having such a strong Spring Training, could he figure to be a bigger part of the Rays' future than previously thought?

Projecting the 2027 Rays lineup

Aug 19, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher Joe Boyle (35) reacts during the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

What Rays fans can expect from the former A's flamethrower

Yoniel Curet is a bit of a surprising riser in the FanGraphs rankings of Rays prospects, as he's listed 2nd on their top 56 list for the organization.

3 takeaways from newly released Rays top prospect list

After spending a bit of time with the Washington Nationals in 2024, Ramirez is signing on with Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos.

Former Rays batting average wizard signs with Mexican League club

Westbrook unfortunately didn't do much with his brief major league time last season, but the Rays bring him to Spring Training with a chance to prove that he deserves to be a depth piece in their system.

Rays sign former Red Sox infielder to minor league deal

Simpson has to continue to show a positive adjustment to center field in order to fully capitalize on his potential.

Rays electric outfielder continues to impress this spring