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Friday, May 08, 2026

 

Chandler Simpson delivers in a pinch as Rays win on ESPN

A bold decision by manager Kevin Cash sparks a rally after sloppy play wipes out an early lead. Read more.

 
 

Rays say if no stadium deal by June 1, then it needs to be soon after

Managing partner Patrick Zalupski says “every day beyond June 1 makes it less comfortable for us on hitting our timeline." Read more.

 

Rays’ Yandy Diaz joins an exclusive club by rapping his 1,000th hit

The Tampa Bay DH is just the 20th Cuban-born player to have that many hits, joining a list of familiar names. Read more.

 

Bucs first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr. signs 4-year deal

The Miami edge rusher is slotted to receive $22.785 million guaranteed with a fifth-year club option. Read more.

 

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Next impact players for the Bucs? Rookie minicamp may offer a glimpse

All eyes will be on first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr. but later-round draftees and undrafted players need to shine. Read more.

 

Former Tampa QB Stephen Garcia says he has Stage 4 colorectal cancer

The Jefferson High standout, who went on to play at South Carolina, shared the news to raise awareness. Read more.

Today's newsletter was compiled by Traci Johnson.

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