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Longoria progressing nicely

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400

3B Evan Longoria's rehab from a partially torn left hamstring has progressed to the point where it includes daily hitting and fielding drills on the stadium field. As a result, Longoria will accompany the Rays on the upcoming road trip to New York and Miami.

Price's work just short of magical

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400

It became the David Price Show after the first inning, after the Tampa Bay Rays sent 10 batters to the plate and scored enough runs to win each of their previous three games.

Price, Matsui lead Rays past Orioles

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 23:14:11 -0400

David Price scattered four hits over 7 1/3 innings, Hideki Matsui homered and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-0 on Friday night.

Live updates: Orioles at Rays

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 20:33:05 -0400

The latest from Tropicana Field.

LL Cool J set for Saturday show at Trop after Rays game

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 09:40:17 -0400

LL Cool J, a rap pioneer who has made the successful transition into television and movies, will perform a free concert Saturday following the Rays-Orioles game.

Changing bullpen pieces an art form for Rays

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 07:20:55 -0400

Like most teams in the major leagues, the Tampa Bay Rays change their bullpen brigade every season.

Rays notes: Maddon comfortable with AL East standings

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 07:14:29 -0400

The five teams in the American League East are separated by three games in the standings and with winning records.

At Tampa's Sneaker Soiree, Bolts GM still on job

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 06:48:33 -0400

Steve Yzerman talks about the search for a goaltender during a gathering of local team decision-makers at the Sneaker Soiree, which honors the area's best in sports.

Home sweep adds to woes

Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Fighting for first place at the end of May is a position Rays manager Joe Maddon feels comfortable with, even if Tampa Bay has been taking its share of blows lately.

Jennings on his way back to Rays lineup

Wed, 30 May 2012 23:00:33 -0400

The last step in recovery for injured OF Desmond Jennings, who has been on the disabled list since May 12 with a left knee sprain, will begin today as he starts a scheduled four-game rehabilitation assignment with Class-A Port Charlotte before heading to Triple-A Durham on Friday.

White Sox complete three-game sweep of Rays

Wed, 30 May 2012 19:10:05 -0400

Fighting for first place at the end of May is a position Rays manager Joe Maddon feels comfortable with, even if Tampa Bay has been taking its share of blows lately.

Matsui proves his worth to Rays right away

Wed, 30 May 2012 07:40:45 -0400

Hideki Matsui might not revive the Rays' offense on his own, but he's off to a fine start, Martin Fennelly writes.

White Sox beat Shields, spoil Matsui's Rays debut

Wed, 30 May 2012 07:39:41 -0400

Philip Humber won for the first time since throwing a perfect game in April, and Chicago extended its winning streak to seven games by beating the Rays 7-2 Tuesday night.

Rays notes: Matsui's bat just one benefit

Wed, 30 May 2012 04:00:00 -0400

The answer to why the Rays promoted OF/DH Hideki Matsui on Tuesday came during his second at-bat, when he lifted a home run into the right-field seats.

Rays notes: Matsui gets the call to join big club

Tue, 29 May 2012 14:55:12 -0400

As expected, DH/OF Hideki Matsui joined the Rays today and could be in tonight's lineup against White Sox right-hander Philip Humber.

DJ Afrojack sets date for Rays Summer Concert Series

Tue, 29 May 2012 14:08:07 -0400

Nick van de Wall, a music producer and DJ more commonly known as Afrojack, will perform June 15 as part of the Rays Summer Concert Series.

15 K's for White Sox's Sale in win over Rays

Tue, 29 May 2012 07:39:00 -0400

Chicago starter Chris Sale, a native of Lakeland, fans 15 Rays as the White Sox win, while the Rays Matt Moore strikes out 10.

Soldier's story put sports losses in perspective

Tue, 29 May 2012 07:27:05 -0400

At least the Rays are now down to nine men on the disabled list. Jose Lobaton, just off the DL, singled home the only Rays run in a loss to the White Sox on Memorial Day. A rather homely Rays batting lineup struck out 15 times against Chicago pitcher Chris Sale, a record for Tropicana Field. But one loyal Rays fan, sitting in Suite 16, had a message for his favorite baseball team.

Rodney bounces back like 'true pro'

Mon, 28 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Closer Fernando Rodney hoped to get a chance to pitch Sunday, one day after blowing his first save of the season. He got his wish when the Rays rallied for the lead in the ninth inning and got a bonus when the first batter he faced was Red Sox C Jarrod Saltalamacchia, who hit a game-winning homer off Rodney on Saturday night.

One day later, Rodney returns to form

Mon, 28 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Fernando Rodney vs. Jarrod Saltalamacchia in the ninth inning with the Rays ahead by a run. Where did we see that before? Oh, right, Saturday night when Saltalamacchia won the matchup with a long home run that sent the Rays walking to their clubhouse where they hung their heads and dressed quietly.

S-Rod, Rays turn tables on Red Sox with late HR

Sun, 27 May 2012 19:35:10 -0400

Sean Rodriguez hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning off Boston closer Alfredo Aceves, and the Tampa Bay Rays rallied for a 4-3 victory over the Red Sox on Sunday afternoon, a day after losing in the final inning.

Former starters acquire bullpen skills

Sun, 27 May 2012 00:49:12 -0400

Somewhat lost in Friday's bench-clearing, finger-pointing, ninth-inning dustup between the Rays and the Red Sox was the job Jake McGee did in the sixth and seventh innings to nip a Boston rally and send whatever momentum the Red Sox gained in a two-run sixth inning back to Tampa Bay.

Rodney unable to close door on Red Sox

Sun, 27 May 2012 00:06:45 -0400

It was the ninth inning and once again the members of the Red Sox poured out of the dugout and sprinted toward home plate. Only this dash was much different than the one the night before, and for a reason that was probably more unexpected, too.

Valentine fires back at Maddon, staff

Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Fenway Park was the scene Saturday of some choice words as Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine slammed Rays coaches for their role in Friday night's bench-clearing activities, while Rays manager Joe Maddon praised the Red Sox players for their class over the years.

Jennings on track; Guyer out

Sat, 26 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

The Rays received mixed news on the injury front Friday: LF Desmond Jennings (sprained left knee) is expected to begin a minor-league rehab assignment by mid-week while OF Brandon Guyer will miss the remainder of the season because of a torn labrum in his left (non-throwing) shoulder that requires surgery.

Joyce slams Rays past testy Red Sox

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:07:52 -0400

There were two outs in the ninth inning when Boston pitcher Franklin Morales threw a fastball behind the head of Luke Scott, the Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter. That was enough to send the Rays toward the end of the dugout where an opening afforded a quick entrance to the field should the need arise.

Poll: Rays favored in Tampa area, but Yankees carry state

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:27:04 -0400

A new poll gives the Tampa Bay Rays something else to consider as they search for answers to attendance and stadium woes.

Train, O.A.R. set dates for Rays Summer Concert Series

Fri, 25 May 2012 07:09:04 -0400

Train (July 13) O.A.R. (Aug. 24) are the latest acts to be added to the Rays Summer Concert Series lineup.

Rays notes: Cobb gets Fenway homecoming of sorts

Thu, 24 May 2012 21:36:06 -0400

ST. PETERSBURG RHP Alex Cobb makes his second trip to Fenway Park Friday night as a major league pitcher, only this time he'll actually get to pitch.

Errors mount as injuries force Rays to shuffle infield

Thu, 24 May 2012 19:38:09 -0400

A replica of a Rawlings Glove Gove hangs in a glass case from a wall inside the Tampa Bay Rays clubhouse, a reminder from manager Joe Maddon of the expectations the team places on defense.