Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates
The Tampa Bay Rays were 56-38, 1st in the AL East. The Tampa Bay Rays did not play yesterday.
The trend line looks fine. A 9-man IL is starting to matter. The bright spot: winning 4 of their last 7 and it shows.
Rays Game on July 17
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Fenway Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Griffin Jax (5-6, 3.47 ERA) vs Jake Bennett (4-3, 2.64 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Rays.TV, NESN |
| Forecast: | ⛅ Partly cloudy, 82°F, Wind 5 mph |
Rays Score & Recap
The Tampa Bay Rays did not play yesterday.
Rays Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rays
|
|
56 | 38 | .596 | L1 | |
|
Yankees
|
|
54 | 42 | .562 | 3.0 | W4 |
|
Red Sox
|
|
46 | 48 | .489 | 10.0 | W9 |
|
Orioles
|
|
46 | 51 | .474 | 11.5 | W4 |
|
Blue Jays
|
|
45 | 51 | .469 | 12.0 | L2 |
Tampa Bay Rays are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a -3 run differential.
Rays Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | .279 | .927 | 59 | |
| 14 | .297 | .865 | 64 | |
| 13 | .322 | .888 | 55 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-0 | 1.73 | 0.83 | 36.1 | |
| 2-2 | 3.58 | 1.30 | 27.2 | |
| 8-5 | 2.83 | 1.13 | 86.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 2 RBI, .545 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .583 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Rays News
The Tampa Bay Rays are basking in their status as the best team in the AL as they prepare for a crucial four-game series against the red-hot Red Sox. With a 56-38 record, the Rays are eyeing the trade deadline to bolster their roster for a postseason push, and their decisions will hinge on key factors that could define their second half. The excitement isn't limited to the current roster, recent No. 2 draft pick Grady Emerson has been awarded the 2026 Gatorade Best Player of the Year, spotlighting the team's future potential. As the team navigates injuries with nine players on the IL, the upcoming showdown in Fenway will be a true test of their depth and resolve. The Rays are in a prime position to maintain their lead, but they must capitalize on this momentum to fend off challengers like the Yankees.
Rays Upcoming Schedule
The Tampa Bay Rays visit the Toronto Blue Jays for a 4-game series starting Monday.
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