The Tampa Bay Rays called up one of their top prospects, shortstop Carson Williams, in late August. Incumbent shortstop Ha-Seong Kim was placed on waivers and subsequently claimed by the Atlanta Braves. Taylor Walls, a light hitter with sterling defense, underwent season-ending sports hernia surgery, even though he is expected to be healthy by the start of 2026. Those pieces of … [Read more...] about Assessing Carson Williams’ Early Performance with the Rays
The Rays Have Questions to Answer Regarding Their Closer
The Tampa Bay Rays need to be concerned with a bullpen that was largely responsible for some of the most back-breaking losses this season. Rays fans can’t help but wonder if the bullpen didn’t help contribute to a measly 7-18 record in the month of July alone. One sore spot in that unit is Pete Fairbanks, a player the Rays reportedly floated in trade rumors. His recent demise … [Read more...] about The Rays Have Questions to Answer Regarding Their Closer
Examining Rays Catchers After Trade Deadline Reshuffling
The Tampa Bay Rays let their actions speak for themselves at this summer’s trade deadline. They bought and sold while keeping the window for a postseason window open. While the overall results have been mixed, the Rays transformed their catching depth chart. Nick Fortes was plucked from the Miami Marlins, and Hunter Feduccia was added in the Zack Littell trade. Meanwhile, Danny … [Read more...] about Examining Rays Catchers After Trade Deadline Reshuffling
Rays All-Star Lining Himself Up For Massive Payday
The Tampa Bay Rays lost a series to the Cleveland Guardians that further tarnishes their long-shot playoff odds. The silver lining is that Junior Caminero is a member of the Rays, not the Guardians. Cleveland actually traded this guy to the Rays a few years ago. Tampa Bay must do everything in its power to reach an extension with Junior Caminero and ensure he remains a Ray for … [Read more...] about Rays All-Star Lining Himself Up For Massive Payday
The Tampa Bay Rays Would Love MLB Divisional Realignment
As the Tampa Bay Rays play out the remainder of the 2025 campaign, there are conflicting feelings regarding the present and future of the franchise. The present is filled with disappointment about potentially missing the playoffs for the second straight season. On the other hand, there is excitement surrounding young talents like Chandler Simpson, Junior Caminero, etc. In … [Read more...] about The Tampa Bay Rays Would Love MLB Divisional Realignment