Rays News

Feb 25, 2025; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Jake Brentz (54)  throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the second inning at Charlotte Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Rays release former Royals' promising relief pitcher

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2 Rays who've played their way onto Opening Day roster, 2 who played their way off

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

Rays exercise option for trusted leadoff hitter, add extension through 2027

Feb 25, 2025; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA;  Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson (96) singles against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning at Charlotte Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Speed was the name of the game for Rays in Spring Breakout series debut

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Tampa Bay Rays v New York Yankees

Predicting AL East standings after Gerrit Cole’s injury: Where do Rays land?

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Apr 12, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks (29) celebrates after they beat the San Francisco Giants at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Rays will have one of the best setup man-closer combos in baseball this season

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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

Carter Brantley
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Apr 13, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Joe Boyle (35) delivers a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

1 Rays pitcher is going to make the starting rotation decisions even more complicated

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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 

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Tampa Bay Rays Photo Day

Rays’ Tre’ Morgan breaks out as young prospects keep exceeding expectations

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Feb 10, 2025; Port Charlotte, FL, USA; A general view of Charlotte Sports Park, the spring training home of the Tampa Bay Rays. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Rays low-level prospect turns heads with two-homer game against Phillies

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Sep 18, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) reacts after striking out during the first inning against the New York Yankees at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: John Froschauer-Imagn Images

Mariners manager made realization about Randy Arozarena that Rays fans already knew

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Feb 24, 2025; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays catcher Danny Jansen (19) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning at Charlotte Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

3 key takeaways from Rays spring training so far

Mason Stacy
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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

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Jun 7, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Connor Seabold (43) pitches in the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Former KBO star will get spring start against the Tigers

Mason Stacy
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Tampa Bay Rays v Detroit Tigers

Rays' Junior Caminero homers twice, but bullpen falters late

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Feb 25, 2025; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA;  Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson (96) singles against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning at Charlotte Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

3 potential x-factors that could play important roles for the Rays in 2025

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Sep 8, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jonny DeLuca (21) 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 Rays player who will have to step up their game to secure everyday role this season

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Feb 25, 2025; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA;  Tampa Bay Rays second base Curtis Mead (25) hits a RBI double against the Philadelphia Phillies during the fourth inning at Charlotte Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Rays utility infielder is a man on a mission this spring as he looks to crack roster

Mason Stacy
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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

Carter Brantley
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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

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Boston Red Sox v New York Mets

Rays' Danny Jansen homers again, but weather prevails against Twins

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Sep 17, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA;  Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero (13) celebrates after hitting a home run against the Boston Red Sox  during the fourth inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Junior Caminero, great pitching leads Rays to first spring training win

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Jun 16, 2024; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Yandy Diaz (2) reacts after hitting a double against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Yandy Diaz, Carson Williams make first appearance in Rays starting lineup this spring

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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

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Tampa Bay Rays Photo Day

Newly acquired catcher sparks offense in debut with Rays

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Matt Moore posted some wonderful stats with the Angels in 2023 but struggled mightily in 2024.

Former Rays All-Star signs minor league deal with Red Sox

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