What is the Tampa Bay Rays record in 2026?

The Tampa Bay Rays are 37-25, 1st in the AL East.

Who is pitching for the Rays today?

Ian Seymour (3-0, 5.23 ERA) vs Connelly Early (5-3, 3.26 ERA). First pitch at 06:40 PM EDT.

What channel is the Rays game on today?

Today's game airs on Rays.TV, NESN. First pitch at 06:40 PM EDT.

Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates

June 08, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays were 37-25, 1st in the AL East. Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays were beaten by the Miami Marlins 1-4 at loanDepot park.

Rays Daily Vibe Check

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a rough stretch

Comfortable territory. 2-5 in their last 7. Not the week they wanted. Also weighing on the score: last night's 3-run loss is fresh and it shows.

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Rays Game on June 08

Opponent:	Boston Red Sox (27-36)
Location:	Tropicana Field
First Pitch:	06:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Ian Seymour (3-0, 5.23 ERA) vs Connelly Early (5-3, 3.26 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Rays.TV, NESN
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 74°F, Wind 8 mph

Rays Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays were beaten by the Miami Marlins 1-4 at loanDepot park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	6	1
	0	0	0	0	0	2	2	0		4	5	0

Rays Record & Standings

AL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Rays	37	25	.597		L2
Yankees	38	26	.594		W1
Blue Jays	32	34	.485	7.0	W2
Orioles	31	35	.470	8.0	L2
Red Sox	27	36	.429	10.5	L1

Tampa Bay Rays are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -9 run differential.

Rays Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
2 Yandy Díaz	11	.325	.925	42
8 Jonathan Aranda	11	.270	.839	44
13 Junior Caminero	14	.277	.874	30

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
47 Bryan Baker	1-0	2.13	1.03	25.1
18 Shane McClanahan	6-3	2.85	1.10	60.0
57 Drew Rasmussen	5-2	3.00	0.92	66.0

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
2 Yandy Díaz	7 hits, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
57 Drew Rasmussen	7.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
47 Bryan Baker	2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games
49 Kevin Kelly	3.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Rays News

The Tampa Bay Rays’ struggles continued as they fell 1-4 to the Miami Marlins, marking a troubling 2-5 week filled with missed opportunities and a batting order that couldn’t find its rhythm. Despite a standout performance from Cedric Mullins, whose near-homer was robbed by strong Marlins defense, the Rays’ weak offense and excessive walks derailed any hopes of victory. With a dismal run differential of -17 over the last week and the pitching staff allowing 6.4 runs per game, it’s clear that adjustments are necessary. Meanwhile, Mason Englert, after a solid stint earlier this season, is gearing up for a chance in the rotation, hinting at a potential shakeup as the Rays aim to reclaim their footing in the division.

Sources

DRays Bay

Weak offense and too many walks = Rays 1 Marlins 4

Today, the Marlins played a sort of game that felt familiar. Their pitching, from starter to bullpen, was outstanding. Their defense possibly robbed Cedric Mullins of a home run and was sharp across the board. They ran the bases well, making just one mistake (Heriberto Hernandez was thrown out at second trying to stretch a […]

DRays Bay

Game Thread: Happy “6/7”

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MLB.com

Englert excited for opportunity in Rays' rotation

MIAMI -- After pitching 3 1/3 scoreless innings at Fenway Park on May 8, Mason Englert was optioned to Triple-A Durham. The Rays sent the right-hander to the Minors with a goal in mind.

Rays Upcoming Schedule

The Tampa Bay Rays visit the Los Angeles Angels for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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