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Rays cycle through bullpen to seal series vs. Rangers, Mullins homers for win

Starter Shane McClanahan exits in the fourth inning, but the relievers pull through to clinch the 3-2 victory. Read more.

 
 
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Rays’ Shane McClanahan leaves game after notable drop in velocity

Notes | Mid-back tightness is said to be the cause, as his fastball drops from over 97 mph in the first inning to 93. Read more.

 
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Hagan: Tampa City Council is necessary, will vote first in Rays stadium deal

“I’m willing to call a special meeting in August, but the city’s got to go first,” Hillsborough County chairperson Ken Hagan tells the Tampa Bay Times. Read more.

 

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Baker Mayfield feels ‘disrespected,’ ‘undervalued’ by Bucs ownership

The Bucs quarterback was offered only a two-year deal worth less than $50 million per year. “I’ve been told I’m a franchise quarterback.” Read more.

 
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Baker being Baker means the Bucs are now at odds with their star QB

A contract impasse with Baker Mayfield has been ongoing for months, but the quarterback upped the ante with his comments. Read more.

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