Here's the Rays' Spring Breakout roster (Thurs., 7:10 p.m. ET)

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- The Rays’ brief history with Spring Breakout has provided plenty of highlights and unforgettable moments.

There was the preposterous display of prodigious power that Xavier Isaac put on in the inaugural game, slugging two homers and an RBI double against the Twins. Then came last year’s matchup against the Red Sox, headlined by a homer barrage by some of baseball’s top prospects and a veritable track meet on the basepaths from speedsters Chandler Simpson and Homer Bush Jr.

What might this year’s prospect showcase bring? Here is everything you need to know about the Rays’ Spring Breakout roster.

What is Spring Breakout?

In 2026, MLB Spring Breakout will again be a four-day event showcasing baseball’s future -- the current stars of Minor League Baseball – in 16 exhibition games played between teams composed of each MLB organization’s top prospects. The third edition will be held from March 19-22 at Grapefruit and Cactus League stadiums during Spring Training.

In 2027, Spring Breakout will be expanded into a single-elimination tournament format, with champions being crowned in both the Grapefruit and Cactus leagues.

When is the Rays’ game?

The Rays will send their team of prospects across the state to face the Mets at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie on Thursday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET.

How can I tune in?

MLB.TV, MLB.com, MLB App, MLB Network, SNY, Amazon, Gameday

Notable position players

Start with outfielder Theo Gillen (No. 2) as well as MLB-ready outfielder Jacob Melton (No. 4) and 2025 first-round shortstop Daniel Pierce (No. 5). Isaac (No. 14) is back on the roster and seems to enjoy the spotlight.

It could be interesting to get a glimpse of the lower-level prospects who have made only cameo appearances, if that, in Major League Spring Training. That includes offseason trade acquisitions like catcher Caden Bodine (No. 13) and outfielder Austin Overn (No. 26), plus returning prospects like catcher Nathan Flewelling (No. 11) and slugger Brailer Guerrero (No. 24).

Notable pitchers

Speaking of recent trade acquisitions, the top-ranked arms on the Rays’ roster were acquired over the offseason: right-handers Anderson Brito (No. 6) and Michael Forret (No. 8). Hard-throwing Jose Urbina (No. 17) is on the roster, as is fast-rising relief prospect Alex Cook.

Roster details

Spring Breakout rosters were constructed in two phases in 2026. Clubs initially submit preliminary 40-man player pools on Thursday, March 5, which were then pared down to the official rosters on March 18. The rosters were assembled using MLB Pipeline's Top 30 Prospects lists plus additional prospects submitted by the club.

Gameday Roster (Rays Top 30 Prospects list):

PITCHERS (8)
Ryan Andrade, RHP, NR
Anderson Brito, RHP, No. 6
Alex Cook, RHP, NR
Derrick Edington, RHP, NR
Michael Forret, RHP, No. 8
Mason Nichols, RHP, NR
Hayden Snelsire, RHP, NR
Jose Urbina, RHP, No. 17

CATCHERS (2)
Caden Bodine, C, No. 13
Nathan Flewelling, C, No. 11

INFIELDERS (10)
Gregory Barrios, SS, NR
Cooper Flemming, SS, No. 28
Taitn Gray, 1B, No. 30
Xavier Isaac, 1B, No. 14
Tre’ Morgan, 1B/OF, No. 19
Daniel Pierce, SS, No. 5
Emilien Pitre, 2B/SS, NR
Adrian Santana, SS, NR
Will Simpson, 1B, NR
Brayden Taylor, INF, NR

OUTFIELDERS (7)
Theo Gillen, OF, No. 2/MLB No. 76
Brailer Guerrero, OF, No. 24
Mac Horvath, OF, NR
Jacob Melton, OF, No. 4
Dean Moss, OF, No. 29
Austin Overn, OF, No. 26
Brendan Summerhill, OF, No. 21