Brady Farkas

Joined: Apr 10, 2025

Brady Farkas covers baseball for "On SI'' on the Sports Illustrated platform and is managing editor of "Fastball on SI,'' "Minor League Baseball on SI' and ''Seattle Mariners on SI.'' Brady has spent nearly a decade in sports talk radio and is a graduate of Oswego State University.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (5) follows through on a two run home run against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Yankee Stadium in 2023.

News broke on Wednesday that the Rays are in 'advanced' talks to sell the team to a Florida-led investment group, and the team has responded.

A general view of a Tampa Bay Rays hat and glove during the seventh inning of the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in 2023.

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Per a report in Sportico, the Tampa Bay Rays are in advanced sale talks for $1.7 billion.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (5) throws out New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (not pictured) on a ground ball to end the eighth inning at Yankee Stadium on Aug 1.

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The court in the Dominican Republic has adjourned and closing arguments will take place on Monday.

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe (8) follows through on an RBI single against the New York Mets during the fourth inning at Citi Field on June 14.

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The Rays overcame a 51-minute rain delay to topple the Mets for the second consecutive day at Citi Field. Tampa Bay has now won the series and will go for the sweep on Sunday.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Forrest Whitley (60) works out during spring training practice at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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The Rays acquired the former top prospect from the Houston Astros on Friday afternoon, and Cash says they will use him in the bullpen.

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Danny Jansen (19) hits a two run home run during the sixth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field on June 13.

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The Rays rallied from a 5-1 deficit in the sixth inning and capped the comeback with a two-run homer from Jansen. After the game, here's what the skipper and his backstop had to say.

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jake Mangum (28) singles against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field on June 6.

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Tampa Bay manager Kevin Cash and outfielder Jake Mangum both played in Omaha, and Drew Rasmussen is excited to watch his alma mater play there this year. All three talked with Rays on SI about college baseball, their own experiences and more.

MLB Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Ha-Seong Kim

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Kim, the former Gold Glover who is currently recovering from shoulder surgery, has been pulled off his rehab assignment because of a hamstring issue. Here's the latest from manager Kevin Cash.

Houston Astros relief pitcher Forrest Whitley (60) delivers a pitch during the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Minute Maid Park on April 16.

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The Rays acquired right-handed pitcher Forrest Whitley on Thursday from the Houston Astros, with cash considerations going the other way.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (5) receives congratulations from teammates after scoring in the sixth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park in 2023.

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Wander Franco, already on trial in the Dominican Republic for serious charges, has been hit with more legal issues.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (5) reacts after hitting a walk off home run in the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Tropicana Field in 2023.

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The trial against Franco will begin on Monday in the Dominican Republic, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.

Brady Farkas

Joined: Apr 10, 2025

BREAKING: Tampa Bay Rays' Wander Franco Found Guilty on Serious Charges, MLB Future in Doubt

BREAKING: Prosecution Seeking Five Years Jail Time For Wander Franco of Tampa Bay Rays

Wednesday's News of a Potential Sale Strengthens Tampa Bay Rays' Commitment to Local Market

Tampa Bay Rays' Prospective Owner Reportedly Has Been Trying to Buy Team 'For a While'

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Tampa Bay Rays Release Statement on Possible Sale of Team

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BREAKING: Tampa Bay Rays in Advanced Talks to Be Sold to Florida Businessman

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The Trial For Tampa Bay Rays Star Wander Franco is Nearing its End

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Here's What Kevin Cash, Brandon Lowe Had to Say About TB Rays 8-4 Win Over NY Mets

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Here's What Tampa Bay Rays Manager Kevin Cash Had to Say About Plan, Trade For Forrest Whitley

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Tampa Bay Rays Manager Kevin Cash, Catcher Danny Jansen Discuss 7-5 Win Over NY Mets

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As College World Series Begins, Tampa Bay Rays' Personnel Reflect on Own Experiences

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Here's The Latest on New Injury Issue For Tampa Bay Rays' Ha-Seong Kim

Here's What The Tampa Bay Rays Gave Up in Trade For Former Top Prospect

Tampa Bay Rays Star Now Facing More Legal Trouble as Gun Charge Surfaces

Trial Date Officially Set For Embattled Tampa Bay Rays' Infielder Wander Franco