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Rays Acquire Outfielder Jack Suwinski from Dodgers

August 3, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired outfielder Jack Suwinski and international bonus pool space from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for catcher Hunter Feduccia and minor league right-handed pitcher Jacob Kmatz. Suwinski, 28, has appeared in 93 games for Triple-A Oklahoma City this season after being

Rays Acquire Right-Handed Pitcher Tyler Wells from Orioles

August 3, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired right-handed pitcher Tyler Wells from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for minor league right-handed pitcher Michael Forret. To make room on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Chase Solesky was designated for assignment. Wells, 31, has gone 2-2 with a 2.67 ERA

Rays Acquire Catcher Liam Hicks from Marlins

August 3, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired catcher Liam Hicks from the Miami Marlins in exchange for three minor league players: right-handed pitcher Jacob Kisting, infielder Adrian Santana, and infielder Brayden Taylor. Hicks, 27, has batted .282/.363/.432 (100-for-354) with nine doubles, one triple, 14 home runs, 62 RBI,

Rays Acquire Two-Time All-Star Right-Handed Pitcher Freddy Peralta from Mets

August 2, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired right-handed pitcher Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets in exchange for three minor league players: right-handed pitcher Gary Gill Hill, outfielder Aidan Smith, and infielder Émilien Pitre. To make room on the 40-man roster, outfielder Jake Fraley (hernia) was transferred

Rays Unveil Special Event Renderings for Forever Home

July 27, 2026

Click here to view the renderings. TAMPA, Fla.—Building on last week's unveiling of a planned office tower within the mixed-use district of the Tampa Bay Rays proposed new ballpark, the team today released four special event renderings to help underline an original and important message from the Rays ownership group

Rays Unveil Office Renderings for Forever Home District

July 23, 2026

Click here to view the renderings. TAMPA, Fla.—Following the recent unveiling of interior renderings of the Forever Home ballpark, the Tampa Bay Rays today released illustrations related to the surrounding mixed-use development, with a focus on premier office space that, according to Rays Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby, has attracted

Rays Announce 2027 Regular-Season Schedule

July 16, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays have released their 2027 regular-season schedule, which begins with a three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field from March 25-27. The Rays will begin their initial road trip of the season on April 2, when they visit the Minnesota Twins (April 2-5)

Rays Release Selection of Interior Renderings of Forever Home Ballpark

July 8, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays tonight took their fans inside the team’s proposed Forever Home by releasing five interior renderings of the ballpark, showcasing elements of innovative design and fan-friendly features that will positively redefine the ballpark experience in Tampa Bay for future generations. The renderings offer a colorful

Rays Announce Donation Campaign to Benefit World Central Kitchen

July 6, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays announced that the Rays Up Foundation commits $100,000 to the nonprofit, World Central Kitchen, to help provide relief and rescue efforts to those affected by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela. “Our hearts are with the people of Venezuela as they face the devastating impact

Four Rays Named American League All-Stars

July 4, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—Right-handed pitcher Bryan Baker, infielder Junior Caminero, designated hitter Yandy Díaz, and right-handed pitcher Drew Rasmussen have been named American League (AL) All-Stars and will represent the Tampa Bay Rays at the 2026 Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Game at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday, July 14.

Junior Caminero, Drew Rasmussen Earn AL Monthly Awards for June

July 3, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—Infielder Junior Caminero and right-handed pitcher Drew Rasmussen have been named American League (AL) Player of the Month and Pitcher of the Month for June, respectively. This marks the first time in franchise history the Rays have won both awards in a single month and the first instance

Rays Announce Opening of Upper Deck for Longo's Legacy Weekend

July 1, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays announced that tickets in the upper deck at Tropicana Field will be available for Longo’s Legacy Weekend (July 10-12), honoring former Rays third baseman Evan Longoria. This will mark the first time the upper deck at Tropicana Field has been open since the American

Rays Return to Tropicana Field for a Three-Team, Ten-Game Homestand

June 18, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays return home to Tropicana Field on Friday, June 19 for a three-team, ten-game homestand against the Washington Nationals (June 19-21), Kansas City Royals (June 22-25), and Arizona Diamondbacks (June 26-28). The Rays 2026 season is presented by Orlando Health. Friday, June 19 vs. Washington Nationals -

Rays Return to Tropicana Field for a Three-Game Homestand

June 5, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays return home to Tropicana Field on Monday, June 8 for a three-game homestand against the Boston Red Sox (June 8-10). The Rays 2026 season is presented by Orlando Health. Monday, June 8 vs. Boston Red Sox

  • First Pitch: 6:40 p.m.
  • Gates Open: 5:10 p.m.

Rays Return to Tropicana Field for a Two-Team, Six-Game Homestand Against the Angels and Tigers

May 28, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays return home to Tropicana Field on Friday, May 29 for a two-team, six-game homestand against the Los Angeles Angels (May 29-31) and the Detroit Tigers (June 1-3). The Rays 2026 season is presented by Orlando Health. Friday, May 29 vs. Los Angeles Angels

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Rays announce "Best Summer Ever at Tropicana Field"

May 26, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays announced the "Best Summer Ever at Tropicana Field," a collection of family-friendly activities, ticket packages, and experiences, highlighted by a ticket offer that includes tickets and meals for each family member, plus parking, starting at $27 per person. Also new for kids this summer is the

Rays to Honor Evan Longoria with Hall of Fame Induction and Number Retirement During Longo's Legacy Weekend with Performances by Tantric

May 22, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— The Tampa Bay Rays announced additional details for Longo’s Legacy Weekend, the celebratory dates honoring former Rays third baseman Evan Longoria. The weekend of July 11-12 will feature a Rays Hall of Fame induction ceremony and the official team retirement of Longoria’s No. 3 jersey with special

A Statement from the Tampa Bay Rays Following Today's Approval of the MOU by Tampa City Council

May 21, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.— A statement from Tampa Bay Rays Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby following today’s approval of the Memorandum of Understanding by Tampa City Council: “The Tampa City Council today sent a strong and positive message to our community by approving the non-binding Memorandum of Understanding and saying ‘yes’ to

A Statement from the Tampa Bay Rays Following Today's Approval of the Ground Lease by the Hillsborough College Board of Trustees

May 20, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.— A statement from Tampa Bay Rays Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby following today’s approval of the ground lease by the Hillsborough College Board of Trustees: “From the beginning, this project has been about much more than a ballpark. Today’s unanimous vote by the Hillsborough College Board of Trustees

A Statement from the Tampa Bay Rays Following Today's Approval of the MOU by the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners

May 20, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.— A statement from Tampa Bay Rays Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby following today’s approval of the Memorandum of Understanding by the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners: “We are grateful to the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners for its approval of the non-binding Memorandum of Understanding that

A Statement from the Tampa Bay Rays in Response to Tampa Bay Chamber Support of the Rays Forever Home

May 20, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.— A statement from Tampa Bay Rays Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby in response to Tampa Bay Chamber support of the Rays Forever Home: “We are deeply grateful for the Tampa Bay Chamber's strong support of the Rays ballpark project and the recently announced Memorandum of Understanding. Their voice—representing

A Statement from the Tampa Bay Rays in Response to Hillsborough County Hotel & Lodging Association's Support of the Rays Forever Home

May 20, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.— A statement from Tampa Bay Rays Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby in response to the Hillsborough County Hotel & Lodging Association’s support of the Rays Forever Home: “The Tampa Bay Rays are deeply grateful to the Hillsborough County Hotel & Lodging Association for its support, which is especially

Tampa Bay Rays Ballpark Proposal Earns Tampa Police Benevolent Association Support and Includes Commitment to Relocate Police Station Into Ballpark District

May 19, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.— The Tampa Bay Rays earns support from Police Benevolent Association and announce their commitment to relocate the Tampa Police Department District One station to the proposed new ballpark and mixed-use district. The current District One office, located at 3818 W. Tampa Bay Blvd., is an aging facility with

Rays and Suncoast Credit Union Partner for the 19th Season of Reading with the Rays

May 17, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Rays and Suncoast Credit Union partner once again for the launch of the 19th season of Reading with the Rays—Read Your Way to the Ballpark, an incentive-based reading program that encourages Pre-K to 12th grade students to avoid summer learning loss by reading for a total of

Rays Return to Tropicana Field for a Two-Team, Six-Game Homestand Against the Marlins and Orioles

May 15, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays return home to Tropicana Field on Friday, May 15 for a two-team, six-game homestand against the Miami Marlins (May 15-17) and the Baltimore Orioles (May 18-20). The Rays 2026 season is presented by Orlando Health. Friday, May 15 vs. Miami Marlins

  • First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.