What is the Tampa Bay Rays record in 2026?

The Tampa Bay Rays are 51-33, 1st in the AL East.

Who is pitching for the Rays today?

Nick Martinez (7-2, 2.66 ERA) vs Spencer Arrighetti (7-4, 4.00 ERA). First pitch at 08:15 PM EDT.

What channel is the Rays game on today?

Today's game airs on Apple TV, Apple TV. First pitch at 08:15 PM EDT.

Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates

July 03, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays were 51-33, 1st in the AL East. Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays bested the Kansas City Royals 5-2 at Kauffman Stadium.

Rays Daily Vibe Check

100°

On Fire

taking over first place

Everything is pointing up. They're in first now. That changes the math. On top of that, 7 wins in 7 games. The week's been good.

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Rays Game on July 03

Opponent:	Houston Astros (43-46)
Location:	Daikin Park
First Pitch:	08:15 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Nick Martinez (7-2, 2.66 ERA) vs Spencer Arrighetti (7-4, 4.00 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Apple TV, Apple TV
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 89°F, Wind 3 mph

Rays Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays bested the Kansas City Royals 5-2 at Kauffman Stadium.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	3	0	0	2	0	0	0	0	5	11	1
	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	2	5	0

Highlights

Chandler Simpson went 3-4.
Hunter Feduccia went 3-4 with 1 RBI.
Cedric Mullins went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.

Rays Record & Standings

AL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Rays	51	33	.607		W8
Yankees	48	38	.558	4.0	L7
Blue Jays	41	46	.471	11.5	W1
Orioles	40	48	.455	13.0	W1
Red Sox	37	48	.435	14.5	L2

Tampa Bay Rays are 7-0 in their last 7 games, with a +35 run differential.

Rays Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
13 Junior Caminero	24	.288	.930	54
8 Jonathan Aranda	13	.292	.862	58
2 Yandy Díaz	12	.326	.908	53

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
47 Bryan Baker	1-0	1.89	0.84	33.1
57 Drew Rasmussen	7-4	2.45	0.87	92.0
18 Shane McClanahan	7-5	3.05	1.17	79.2

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
31 Cedric Mullins	5 hits, 3 HR, 5 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games
14 Chandler Simpson	6 hits, .545 AVG in last 3 games
8 Jonathan Aranda	5 hits, 1 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games
13 Junior Caminero	3 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .214 AVG in last 3 games
6 Taylor Walls	4 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
61 Ian Seymour	6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
57 Drew Rasmussen	7.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Rays News

The Tampa Bay Rays extended their winning streak to eight games with a convincing 5-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals, showcasing their resilience after a shaky start to the season. Junior Caminero, whose impressive home run binge came to an end, remains a key figure, solidifying his case for an All-Star selection despite not going deep for the first time since June 24. This sweep marks a significant turnaround for the Rays, who struggled on their last west coast swing, but now sit confidently at the top of the division with a strong 50-33 record. Their recent dominance is highlighted by an astonishing run differential of +34 over the last week, underscoring both their offensive firepower and solid pitching. As the team continues to build momentum, fans are left excited for what lies ahead.

Sources

DRays Bay

I apologize, Cedric Mullins: Rays 5, Royals 2

If you would’ve told me the Rays would convincingly sweep a team on the road two weeks ago after what I saw in person at Dodger Stadium, I’d hedge your bet. The Rays, on their first west coast swing of the season, went 1-5 and lost three straight games in one-run fashion. and in the […]

DRays Bay

Game Thread: Please can we get Junior into the All Star Game

Go Rays!

MLB.com

Junior's streak ends, but Rays' win streak reaches 8 games in sweep of KC

KANSAS CITY -- Junior Caminero’s home run binge ended Thursday night, as he played a game without going deep for the first time since June 24, but the Rays’ winning streak is alive and well.

MLB.com

The Draft Top 250 is out! For the 1st time all year, there's a new No. 1

Roch Cholowsky entered 2026 as the strongest favorite to go first overall in the Draft at the outset of a year since Adley Rutschman in 2019. He's still the best all-around college shortstop since Troy Tulowitzki two decades ago, he led UCLA to a No. 1 ranking from the preseason

ESPN

Rays have two top-10 hitters? Skubal surges? Don't...

Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.

Mlbtraderumors

MLB Mailbag: White Sox, Underachievers, Witt, Giants, Rangers, Rays

In this week’s MLB Mailbag, we’ll take questions on the White Sox’ approach to the trade deadline, which underachieving clubs are most in need of a rebuild, Bobby Witt Jr.‘s contract, some potential Giants trade scenarios and more. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. Let’s begin! Dennis asks: With a somewhat need for a vet […]

Rays Upcoming Schedule

The Tampa Bay Rays host the New York Yankees for a 4-game series starting Monday.

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