Yandy Diaz, first baseman for the Tampa Bay Rays, was hit by a pitch from the New York Yankees' Jonathan Loaisiga during a game. Diaz, who had homered earlier in the game, suffered a painful hit to his left forearm but remained in the game. Diaz did not believe the pitch was intentional and did not want to be dragged into any potential retaliation. In other news, the Rays' Tyler Glasnow acknowledged the danger of facing Aaron Judge despite his recent struggles, and Taylor Walls is working towards a September 1 return from an oblique strain.
The Tampa Bay Rays are awaiting updates on the health of first baseman Yandy Diaz and starter Zach Eflin, who both left games this week with injuries. Diaz underwent an MRI for left groin tightness and hopes to avoid the injured list. Eflin had an MRI for left knee discomfort, and while there were no major issues, the Rays need more time to evaluate his status for his next start. The Rays have shown interest in acquiring White Sox pitcher Lance Lynn, who is open to being traded. The team is embarking on a challenging road trip amidst trade speculation.
The Tampa Bay Rays have activated All-Stars Yandy Diaz and Shane McClanahan, while designating pitcher Yonny Chirinos for assignment. Chirinos has struggled recently, and the Rays are exploring potential trades or waivers for him. McClanahan will start tonight's game against the Rangers after recovering from back tightness, and Diaz has been reinstated from the paternity list.
The 2023 MLB All-Star Game is underway in Seattle, with the American League taking an early lead on a home run by Yandy Díaz. The NL is looking to end their nine-year losing streak in the summer showcase, featuring standout players like Corbin Carroll and Shohei Ohtani. The game started with impressive defensive plays, and Gerrit Cole expressed trust in his defense despite back-to-back almost home runs. Stay tuned for updates and highlights from T-Mobile Park.
The Tampa Bay Rays, currently the best team in baseball, are set to face the AL West-leading Texas Rangers in a three-game series. Despite the Rangers' impressive record and strong offense, the Rays are confident in their own abilities and are focused on playing their game. First baseman Luke Raley has been on a hot streak, reaching base safely in 22 of his last 25 games, while slugger Yandy Diaz is expected to return to the lineup after dealing with a left hip issue.
Yandy Diaz, first baseman for the Tampa Bay Rays, experienced elevated heart rate and chest tightness during a game, which was later attributed to dehydration. Diaz was attended to by the athletic training staff and quickly recovered. He had no previous symptoms and was surprised by his dehydration, but is now taking precautions to stay hydrated. Diaz has been performing well, hitting .529 over his last four games with two homers and five RBIs.
Randy Arozarena's walk-off single in the ninth inning helped the Tampa Bay Rays defeat the Chicago White Sox 4-3 for the second straight day. The Rays matched the second-best 21-game start in modern era history with a record of 18-3. Yandy Diaz had three hits and scored two runs before leaving the game due to dehydration. Shane McClanahan struck out 10 batters in six innings, but gave up two solo homers. The Rays have hit a home run in all 21 games this season, surpassing the previous record of 20 by the 2019 Mariners.
The Tampa Bay Rays have been off to a hot start in the 2023 MLB season, with a 13-2 record and leading the league in runs, home runs, and OPS. Despite injuries to key players, the Rays have showcased their depth and ability to develop unheralded pitchers. The team's success is attributed to their talented roster, including stars like Yandy Diaz and Wander Franco, and their innovative front office. While the Rays have long been considered anonymous and undervalued, their recent streak has put a target on their back and raised their chances of winning the World Series.
RotoBaller has released its weekly waiver wire rankings for fantasy baseball Week 2, featuring players such as Jake Fraley, Yandy Diaz, A.J. Puk, and Adam Duvall. The article provides a list of prioritized players to add off the waiver wire, along with their position, percentage owned, and recommended league size to add them in. RotoBaller also offers a variety of other fantasy baseball waiver wire articles for each position and league type.
The Tampa Bay Rays showed off their offensive capabilities in a 12-2 win against the Detroit Tigers, with Yandy Diaz hitting a home run and the team rapping seven doubles. The Rays put the ball in play, with eight players combining to produce 13 hits. They were opportunistic, going 8-for-16 with runners in scoring position. The Rays used their speed, took advantage of mistakes, and cobbled together a big inning, scoring seven times in a 13-batter third. Zach Eflin gave up one run over five strong innings in his Rays debut.
