Recent Tampa Bay Rays Blogs

Thanks to the 2009 Rays for Their Participation In this Season

I've been accused of being entirely too negative about the Tampa Bay Rays chances down the stretch. With that in mind, I'm going to ... more

The Updated Rays Prospect Rankings!

Since my last prospect rankings at the 16th of July lots of things happened and thus I thought it would be time to provide you with an updated list. From now on you can also find the actual prospect ... more

Red Sox v Rays Open Thread

Jon Lester (10-7, 3.60 ERA) vs Andy Sonnanstine ( (6-7, 6.61 ERA) Hit the comments section! Go Sox! more

9/1: Lester takes the hill

GAME NOTES: Jon Lester is suddenly the Sox's new ace with Josh Beckett having given up a horrifying 10 home runs in his last three starts. This is a crucial series, as the outcome of the series will likely dictate ... more

Wade Davis To Make Debut On Sunday, Compete For Rotation?

Wade Davis will make his Major League debut a day earlier than expected:Wade Davis will make his big-league debut Sunday, starting the Rays' series finale against the Tigers at Tropicana Field.The Rays officially recalled their top prospect from ... more

[Updated] Attendance Looks Weak For Game One Of Rays And Red Sox

Just looking at the stands in the background of Rays pre-game telecast and the stands don't look to full like it was in their last series against the Red Sox. Those two games they played in early August averaged about ... more

Updated Starting Pitching Depth Chart!

Because of the Scott Kazmir trade I've updated the starting pitching depth chart for 2010. Barring an injury and unexpected trade the Rays 2010 rotation seems to be set with the players already within the organization. Sure, in possible ... more

Maybe It Was A Summer Thing

The bullpen has been up and down all season long. August hit the down side and big time costing at least four games lost on my record, likely one or two more. Statistically it was the home runs allowed that ... more

Last Stop For Wade Davis In 2009: The Rays Bullpen

Check out my profile pic. My new favorite pitcher isn't even on the squad yet.It was expected even before this year that Wade Davis would come up to the big leagues, likely in September when rosters expand. Keith Law ... more

A Game Of Inches Doesn’t Favor Balfour

That seems to be the theme here for the Rays in 2009, losing by inches. The walk Grant Balfour gave up hurt since he allowed a home run after, but the walk didn't cause the home run. I was surprised ... more