Saturday, Jul 18, 2026

Always seeking an edge, the Rays turn to an unlikely source

The team that helped usher in the analytics age is now turning to a lost art that Moneyball disciples typically loathe. Read more.

Rays have a rough return from break, get swept in DH by red-hot Red Sox

Tampa Bay shows very little at the plate, while Griffin Jax and Mason Englert have poor starts, among other issues. Read more.

Junior Caminero shows finger injury is no issue in return to action

Notes | A 106-mph ground out on his first swing of the day makes a pretty good case. His 111.6-mph homer in the nightcap seems to end any discussion. Read more.

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