As spring training nears, news abounds about one of the key contributors to the Tampa Bay Rays’ bullpen, Garrett Cleavinger, who has been rumored to be “drawing trade interest,” according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. While rumors surrounding the Rays and trades are very often just that, it’s still fun to dive into some potential returns for the lefty. Before doing so, it’s … [Read more...] about Potential Trade Returns for Rays Lefty Reliever
Rays Have Multiple Options at Shortstop This Season
As spring training games draw near, there are a multitude of positions that are up in the air for the Tampa Bay Rays, with plenty of competition expected in camp and throughout the beginning of the season. The first (and perhaps most important) of these positions is the shortstop spot, as the Rays come into the season with a few options expected. None are particularly inspiring … [Read more...] about Rays Have Multiple Options at Shortstop This Season
Rays Have a LUX-ury of Options at Second Base
Didn’t like that pun in the headline? That’s alright; hopefully the article is better. The Tampa Bay Rays seem to have a second baseman in mind for the season. They traded for Gavin Lux in the Josh Lowe deal. Lowe was sent to the Los Angeles Angels, and in turn, the Rays received the former top Los Angeles Dodgers prospect from the Cincinnati Reds. While the team likely views … [Read more...] about Rays Have a LUX-ury of Options at Second Base
Who’s Out There? Rays Outfield Options for 2026
It’s hard not to look at the Tampa Bay Rays’ lineup for the upcoming season and fret over the plethora of holes they have in it. Shortstop was the position discussed in a previous article; now it’s time for the three outfield spots. Because going through each one would feature a lot of repeated discussions, and who wants that? Each guy in the following list can pretty much play … [Read more...] about Who’s Out There? Rays Outfield Options for 2026
Rays Round Out Starting Rotation with Versatile, Dependable Veteran
The Tampa Bay Rays are using every last second of the shot clock to complete their roster heading into 2026. There are no extra credit points awarded if you sign a successful free agent in November or February. Everything counts the same, and the key is finding the right player for your clubhouse. The Rays may have identified that pitcher as they signed former Cincinnati Reds … [Read more...] about Rays Round Out Starting Rotation with Versatile, Dependable Veteran