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Rays’ Drew Rasmussen has shortest outing in 97 days in World Series Game 2 vs. Brewers

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The Tampa Bay Rays chose not to start Drew Rasmussen for Game 1 of the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Manager Kevin Cash instead opted to save Rasmussen for Game 2, but that decision has not worked out as well as he had hoped. Despite the extra day of rest, Rasmussen turned in a […] The post Rays’ Drew Rasmussen has shortest outing in 97 days in World Series Game 2 vs. Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays manager Kevin Cash refuses to change stolen base strategy against William Contreras in World Series

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The Tampa Bay Rays ran into a problem in Game 1 of the World Series, but Kevin Cash is not about to pump the brakes. William Contreras threw out two Rays base stealers in the Milwaukee Brewers’ 3-2 win on Friday night at American Family Field. Despite the costly outs, the Rays manager made it […] The post Rays manager Kevin Cash refuses to change stolen base strategy against William Contreras in World Series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays ace Drew Rasmussen’s reaction to Nick Martinez starting Game 1 of World Series

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The Tampa Bay Rays picked Drew Rasmussen as their starter for Games 1 of the ALDS and ALCS. However, in a bit of a surprise move, the Rays are rolling with Nick Martinez as their starter for Game 1 of the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday. When asked about the fact that […] The post Rays ace Drew Rasmussen’s reaction to Nick Martinez starting Game 1 of World Series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays’ Kevin Cash explains decision to start Nick Martinez over Drew Rasmussen in World Series Game 1

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The Tampa Bay Rays are clear underdogs in the 2026 World Series to the Milwaukee Brewers. The series begins Friday in Milwaukee at Miller Park, and the Rays are going to have to win at least one game on the road if they are going to win the World Series. “When Nick pitches, we win,” […] The post Rays’ Kevin Cash explains decision to start Nick Martinez over Drew Rasmussen in World Series Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays must avoid making this massive mistake in World Series vs. Brewers

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The Tampa Bay Rays must avoid pulling effective starters too early when the 2026 World Series begins Friday against the Milwaukee Brewers. Turning to the bullpen simply because the lineup turns over could undermine one of Tampa Bay’s greatest strengths. Manager Kevin Cash should have relievers ready, but each pitching change must account for the […] The post Rays must avoid making this massive mistake in World Series vs. Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays’ Kevin Cash won’t undersell Tropicana Field aspect to hot 2026 start

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The Tampa Bay Rays are off to a hot start and have surprised many in the MLB with their great play. With his team off to a great start, manager Kevin Cash did not undersell the impact of playing at Tropicana Field in 2026, according to a piece by Kevin Rosenthal of The Athletic. “I think it’s […] The post Rays’ Kevin Cash won’t undersell Tropicana Field aspect to hot 2026 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-Dodger Pitcher Receives Unfortunate Season-Ending Injury News

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In December 2023, the Los Angeles Dodgers completed a blockbuster trade with the Tampa Bay Rays to acquire ace pitcher, Tyler Glasnow. The 6′ 8” righty has since become one of the key arms in the Dodgers’ dominant starting rotation.Within the trade for Glasnow, the Dodgers sent no. 6 prospect and right-handed pitcher, Ryan Pepiot, […] The post Ex-Dodger Pitcher Receives Unfortunate Season-Ending Injury News appeared first on HEAVY.

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Rays manager drops ‘not surprised’ truth bomb on Brandon Lowe’s electric start

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The Tampa Bay Rays will be going up against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they’ll see a familiar face on the other side. Brandon Lowe, who had been with the Rays for eight seasons, is now with the Pirates, and he’s lighting it up for them to start the season. One person who isn’t startled by […] The post Rays manager drops ‘not surprised’ truth bomb on Brandon Lowe’s electric start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays share crucial early-season injury update

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It sounds like the Tampa Bay Rays could have a depth infielder return relatively soon. The club’s early-season injury update reveals a rough timeline for a veteran player on the roster. Reports indicate that Taylor Walls, who is dealing with a right oblique strain, is seemingly trending in the right direction, according to Ryan Bass […] The post Rays share crucial early-season injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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C.B. Bucknor’s latest botched call was so bad it left Pat Murphy, Kevin Cash smiling

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The Milwaukee Brewers took home a 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night, bringing the three-game series to 1-1 through two contests. However, the matchup had a wild moment from umpire C.B. Bucknor, as he made a call that was so bad that both managers, Pat Murphy and Kevin Cash, couldn’t help […] The post C.B. Bucknor’s latest botched call was so bad it left Pat Murphy, Kevin Cash smiling appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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CB Bucknor gets laughed at by Brewers, Rays after awful missed call at first base

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CB Bucknor does not even need to be behind home plate these days to prove how incompetent he is. The veteran MLB umpire Bucknor went viral during Tuesday’s game between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays for his latest horrific whiff. Bucknor was working first base at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisc. … The post CB Bucknor gets laughed at by Brewers, Rays after awful missed call at first base appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rays pitcher acquired in Tyler Glasnow Dodgers trade to start season on IL

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The Tampa Bay Rays know that battling for a playoff spot in the AL East will be a difficult task. But now things have become even harder after Tampa Bay’s latest injury. Right-hander Ryan Pepiot is set to begin the season on the injured list with right hip inflammation, via Marc Topkin of the Tampa […] The post Rays pitcher acquired in Tyler Glasnow Dodgers trade to start season on IL appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays’ Gavin Lux set to begin season on injured list

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The Tampa Bay Rays are just a few days away from kicking off their 2026 MLB season, with their final two spring training games coming on Monday and Tuesday. The Rays are looking to bounce back after missing the playoffs altogether in each of the last two seasons. It was a busy offseason for the […] The post Rays’ Gavin Lux set to begin season on injured list appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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