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Jeff Niemann Fractures Leg: Could Miss 6 Weeks
Jeff Niemann took a bullet of a line drive off his leg, and will now miss up to 6 weeks. Not a good night for the Tampa Bay Rays, as Niemann is a big part of their pitching staff. Niemann was drilled on the ankle by Adam Lind’s line drive with runners at first and [...]
Desmond Jennings progress is stalling
The Tampa Bay Rays are receiving some bad news on outfielder Desmond Jennings. Manager Joe Maddon told reporters Sunday that the progress on Jennings’ injured knee is stalling as Jennings’ knee is still sore and it will still cause him to miss games and possibly turn into significant time loss. Jennings was out of the [...]
Former 1st Overall Pick Tim Beckham Suspended For Drug Use
Tim Beckham was drafted number 1 overall by the Tampa Bay Rays a few years ago. It’s clear to everyone that Beckham has never lived up to his ability on the field, and has struggled pretty mightily on the field. Well, things just took a turn for the worst for Beckham as the MLB handed [...]
Tampa Bay Rays Could Potentially Lose Evan Longoria For 6-8 Weeks
The Tampa Bay Rays managed to beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 in 12 innings last night. Unfortunately for the Rays, superstar third baseman Evan Longoria injured himself while attempting to steal second base in the bottom of the third. Some thought his knee might be the source of the injury, but as Marc Topkin tweets, [...]
Free Agent Hideki Matsui To Join Tampa Bay Rays
The offseason was one to forget for free agent outfielder and designated hitter Hideki Matsui. Matsui failed to draw any interest from any team and was not signed prior to Spring Training. However, Matsui is expected to sign a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays soon, according to YES Network’s Jack Curry. Matsui [...]
Tampa Bay Rays Closer Kyle Farnsworth Out For 4-6 Weeks
The Tampa Bay Rays played an exciting game last night, beating the New York Yankees 7-6. James Shields got knocked out of the game in the 6th, which oddly enough led to six relievers pitching the final four innings. One notable absence from this game was Kyle Farnsworth, who unfortunately for the Rays won’t be [...]
Tampa Bay Rays Officially Announce Jeff Niemann As Fifth Starter
The Tampa Bay Rays have officially announced Jeff Niemann as their fifth starter. This was one of the few competitions that existed for the Rays, and as a result Wade Davis will be sent to the bullpen. Davis did not have a very strong spring, going 1-2 with a 4.91 ERA, striking out 13 while walking 7 [...]
Tampa Bay Rays Season Preview Part 6: David Price
Spring training is right around the corner, so it’s as good a time as any to take a look at the 2012 Tampa Bay Rays. This is a talented team from top to bottom, and has as good a chance as any of making the playoffs. Each part in the series will focus on a [...]
Tampa Bay Rays Season Preview Part 5: Matt Moore
Spring training is right around the corner, so it’s as good a time as any to take a look at the 2012 Tampa Bay Rays. This is a talented team from top to bottom, and has as good a chance as any of making the playoffs. Each part in the series will focus on a [...]
Tampa Bay Season Preview Part 4: Matt Joyce
Spring training is right around the corner, so it’s as good a time as any to take a look at the 2012 Tampa Bay Rays. This is a talented team from top to bottom, and has as good a chance as any of making the playoffs. Each part in the series will focus on a [...]
