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San Francisco Giants center fielder Jung Hoo Lee (51) is tagged out by Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Bob Seymour Friday night.

Bob Seymour is 26 years old, and the St. John, Ind. native has been dreaming of making it to the big leagues for years. That dream came true Friday night, when he made his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays in San Francisco. His family was there to see it.

San Francisco Giants center fielder Jung Hoo Lee (51) is tagged out by Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Bob Seymour Friday night.

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Bob Seymour is 26 years old, and the St. John, Ind. native has been dreaming of making it to the big leagues for years. That dream came true Friday night, when he made his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays in San Francisco. His family was there to see it.

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Adrian Houser was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays, and will get his first start on Monday night against the Los Angeles Angels.

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Rookie Joe Boyle and trade acquisition Adrian Houser are big pieces in the Tampa Bay rotation now, and if the Rays are going to make a playoff run, these two need to step up. They pitch the next two games.

Tampa Bay's Joe Boyle has joined the Rays' rotation, and starts against the New York Yankees on Tuesday night.

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Joe Boyle has been dominating hitters all year, both in Durham and with the Tampa Bay Rays. He's joined the rotation now, and will start Tuesday night in New York. It's likely the first of many starts in the Rays' rotation.

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane Baz is back in Cincinnati for the first time since blowing out his elbow in 2022.

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It was three years ago that Tampa Bay pitcher Shane Baz blew out his elbow during a start in Cincinnati. He's back for the first time and starts Sunday as the Rays try to salvage a game in the series. Baz's journey has been something special.

Tampa Bay designated hitter Yandy Diaz (2) has been red hot the past three months as the Rays offense picks up.

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The Tampa Bay Rays are 100 games into the season, and they're outside the playoff race right now. But there are pieces in place to still have another long hot streak, especially with a couple of talented new arms in the bullpen. They can get this done.

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero hit two home runs vs. Baltimore on Friday night, and now has 25 on the season.

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Junior Caminero had a busy week in Atlanta, making the finals of the Home Run Derby and getting a hit in the All-Star Game. He didn't miss a beat Friday, hitting two home runs in the 11-1 win over the Orioles. He's turning into a superstar.

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Pepiot (44) walks to the mound to make a start against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

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Tampa Bay pitchers have had success getting hitters out through the years by throwing their best stuff over the plate. It's called ''filling the zone,'' and it works. But it also takes a lot of preparation and execution, and the Rays do it well.

Tampa Bay outfielder Josh Lowe has played a key role in the Rays' offensive resurgence since returning from injury on May 15.

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The Tampa Bay Rays have the best winning percentage in baseball in road games this season, and that's a big deal as they embark on a 10-game trip through Minnesota, Detroit and Boston leading into the All-Star break. Their hot bats need to stay on fire.

Athletics starting pitcher Jeffrey Springs (58) is excited to see his former Tampa Bay Rays teammates this week.

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Jeffrey Springs established himself as a first-rate pitcher during his four years in Tampa Bay, but he was traded to the Athletics in December. He's back in Tampa this week, and he's thrilled to be reunited with his best friends, including Drew Rasmussen.

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero (13) is congratulated by first base Jonathan Aranda after hitting a home run.

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The Tampa Bay Rays are halfway through the 2025 season, and they are 46-35 through 81 games. It's a good time to hand out our midseason awards, and deciding on a first-half Most Valuable Player wasn't easy.

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Christopher Morel (right) is congratulated by Taylor Walls (center) and Brandon Lowe after a win.

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Since May 20, the Tampa Bay Rays are 22-8, the best record in baseball. They always have great pitching and defense, but the change has come with a batting order that's been impressive from one through nine almost every night. That's a winning formula.

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Taj Bradley (45) has been roughed up lately. Is his spot in the starting rotation getting less secure?

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All five Tampa Bay starting pitchers have made 14 starts in a row since the beginning of the season, making Kevin Cash's job easy. But with Taj Bradley and Shane Baz struggling lately, is the streak about to end? There are other options at the ready.

Former Tampa Bay third baseman Evan Longoria signs autographs for fans Saturday in Tampa, on the day he retired as a Ray.

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Evan Longoria played a big role in turning the Tampa Bay Rays into a viable MLB franchise. He retired as a Ray Saturday, and his legacy means a lot to the current players in the Tampa Bay clubhouse. The man is a legend.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Taylor Walls was ejected by umpire Nic Lentz Sunday after Walls tapped his helmet with his hand.

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Home plate umpire Nic Lentz missed a call and Tampa Bay shortstop Taylor Walls went nuts. And then he went too far and got thrown out of the game, which led to great theatrics. Walls was wrong, though, and went too far.

Tampa Bay outfielder Kameron Misner celebrates scoring a run with his teammates during Sunday's 13-0 rout of the Toronto Blue Jays.

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It was really hot on Sunday at Steinbrenner Field, and the Tampa Bay Rays took advantage in a 13-0 rout of Toronto. Blue Jays manager John Schneider practically admitted they didn't want to be there in the brutal heat. That's the new home-field advantage.

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash comes to the mound to take out starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen.

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When Tampa Bay's five starting pitchers are at their best, they've been really good through 10 loops through the rotation. It seems like a good time to dole grades, and break out the numbers between their best starts at their worst.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Taylor Walls had the second walk-off of his career on Tuesday night, and it was great for his mental health.

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Playing baseball at the highest level brings out the highs and lows on a daily basis, and the mental toll it takes on players is very real. Rays shortstop Taylor Walls talked about his mental health battles after his walk-off win Tuesday against Houston.

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) tags out Tampa Bay Rays left fielder Chandler Simpson at second base on a steal attempt.

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The American League East has the worst division record in baseball this year, which is very rare. Despite that, the Tampa Bay Rays are five games under .500 and wasting a golden opportunity to have a big season.

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda (62) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Tampa Bay has a major-league best 13 interleague wins so far, and it's kept them in contact in the American League East race. They play three more this weekend at Miami, and they need to do some damage against the Marlins' three right-handed starters.

The Tampa Bay Rays had their first-ever home rain delay on Saturday at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. Fans got free rain ponchos.

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We always knew that playing outdoors was going to be different for the Tampa Bay Rays this season, but the craziness is just beginning as the rainy season starts. It's impossible to gauge how this season is going to play out.

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Pete Fairbanks (29) reacts after striking out the side against New York in the ninth inning.

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Tampa Bay closer is a perfect 8-for-8 in save opportunities this season, with no outing more impressive than what he did Sunday, striking out the side to beat the New York Yankees. Perfect is a good thing, especially in that job.

Tampa Bay closer Pete Fairbanks (right) celebrates with catcher Danny Jansen after beating the New York Yankees on Saturday.

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The Tampa Bay Rays have struggled against American League teams this season, going just 4-14. That's why Saturday's win over the New York Yankees was big, because it counts as double when you're chasing the division leader. Same rules apply on Sunday.

Tampa Bay's Chandler Simpson (14) celebrates after scoring in the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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A players-only meeting last Wednesday helped clear the air in the Tampa Bay Rays' clubhouse, and they've been on a tear since then, winning five straight games. They are playing well in all phases, and rookie Chandler Simpson has been a huge spark.

San Diego pitcher Jason Adam (40) has only allowed one run all season for a Padres bullpen that is ranked No. 1 in baseball.

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Standout reliever Jason Adam was traded to the San Diego Padres by the Tampa Bay Rays last summer, and it was hard. He loved his three years with the Rays, and was reunited with many former teammates on Friday. He's having a great year in 2025.

Tampa Bay Rays Kameron Misner (right) and Chandler Simpson celebrate after scoring against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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The negative side of the Tampa Bay Rays fan base would be shocked to learn that the Rays lead the American League in hitting with runners in scoring position. That's not an opinion, it's a fact. They lead in comeback wins, too.