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Jun 25, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Edwin Uceta (63) and catcher Ben Rortvedt (30) celebrate after they beat the Seattle Mariners during the ninth inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Projecting the Rays 2025 bullpen after Winter Meetings additions

Former Rays left-handed starter signs minor league deal with Mariners

A look at how Curtis Mead fits in with the Rays roster for 2025 and beyond

Did Yankees-Cody Bellinger trade open door for possible Rays deal?

Tampa Bay Rays v Baltimore Orioles

Ranking AL East starting rotations for 2025: Where do Rays land?

Jose Caballero was one of the league leaders in stolen bases, yet his run value on the basepaths was in the 80s in terms of ranks amongst major leaguers.

What Statcast's new baserunning metrics reveal about the Rays

Sep 8, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Zack Littell (52) looks on before the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Tampa Bay Rays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

1 player the Rays should trade before Spring Training

May 19, 2023; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan (18) reacts after a strikeout against the Milwaukee Brewers in the seventh inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Projecting the Rays starting rotation for 2025 after Jeffrey Springs deal

Isaac Paredes is the centerpiece of a deal where the Cubs receive All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker and the Astros receive Paredes and a few other prospects. Can he take advantage of the short porch in left at Minute Maid Park?

Former Rays All-Star dealt back to American League in trade between Astros and Cubs

Lugnuts' Will Simpson, left, celebrates his two-run double with manager Craig Conklin during the fifth inning in the game against the Loons on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Jackson Field in Lansing.

Rays part with promising pitcher in trade with A's but receive depth-filled package

New York Yankees v Tampa Bay Rays

Rays showed notable dominance against former Yankees pitcher on the 2025 Hall of Fame ballot

Oct 7, 2022; Peoria, Arizona, USA; New York Mets pitcher Mike Vasil plays for the Peoria Javelinas during an Arizona Fall League baseball game at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Rays acquire 2 Rule 5 Draft pitchers on final day of Winter Meetings

Speed is Simpson's calling card, but he's shown an ability to not only swipe a ridiculous amount of bags, but also to get on base. Can he stick in center at the major league level, and can he use that speed to become an elite defensive center fielder?

Rays No. 4 prospect has shown elite speed that could easily translate to MLB

New York Yankees v Toronto Blue Jays

Yankees, Blue Jays make Winter Meetings splashes to stiffen competition for Rays

Toronto Blue Jays v New York Yankees

Ranking AL East catchers after Rays’ Danny Jansen signing

A power-first shortstop, Luciano's struggles defensively at both second and short, meaning he won't be Taylor Walls out there, but with his 70-grade raw power there might be reason to take a chance on the former top prospect.

Rays could target post-hype Giants shortstop prospect after Adames signing

Jul 24, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto (22) flips his bat after hitting a solo home run against the New York Mets during the third inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Rays get best-case Juan Soto scenario in free agency after he crushed them in 2024

The Rays' 1st round pick from 2023 has been outstanding through his first 2 seasons of professional ball, yet due to other elite prospects in the Rays' system, he can be a bit under-the-radar.

Rays former 1st-rounder can be a forgotten man, but a position change could boost his value

Sep 23, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Tyler O'Neill (17) runs to third on a double hit by right fielder Wilyer Abreu (not pictured) against the Toronto Blue Jays during the third inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Another inter-division free agent signing that could benefit the Rays

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3 Rule 5 draft prospects the Rays should pursue

Springfield Cardinals v Amarillo Sod Poodles

Rays could deal starting pitching depth for talented Cardinals prospects

Sep 19, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox catcher Danny Jansen (28) looks on against the Tampa Bay Rays in the fourth inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Rays sign division rival catcher to one-year deal in free agency

Dec 5, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash answers questions at a press conference during the 2023 MLB Winter Meetings. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Schwab-Imagn Images

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Winter Meetings that helped shape the present-day Rays

Sep 22, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero (13) reacts after hitting a double in the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images

FanGraphs displays a bold stat line for Rays young infielder in latest projections

Oct 24, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) speaks to media during workout day at Dodgers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The AL East team Rays fans should hope Juan Soto signs with

Oct 2, 2022; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Aroldis Chapman (54) at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Red Sox sign former Rays villain in free agency to upgrade bullpen

Sep 8, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Tampa Bay Rays catcher Ben Rortvedt (30) looks on before the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Tampa Bay Rays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

MLB.com writer subtly reminds Rays front office of a glaring need this offseason

Carl Edwards, Jr. has made the switch in the Winter League to try to be another in a long line of relievers-turned-starters.

2016 World Series champion pitcher would be an interesting project for Rays