Sunday, Jun 07, 2026

And the hits keep coming. Here’s another Rays stadium conundrum

A proposed constitutional amendment could lower property tax revenues. That means local officials are worried about spending. Read more.

Now offense is also a problem for struggling Rays, who lose to Marlins

Shane McClanahan delivers an OK start, working into the sixth though he is charged with four runs. Read more.

Starters went from best to bust, but Rays know they’ll straighten out

Though the numbers were crooked during the team’s recent 2-8 stretch, the issues seem correctable, inspiring hope for ongoing success. Read more.

With velocity down and ERA up, Rays shift lefty Steven Matz to bullpen

Though manager Kevin Cash says the move is not permanent, the 35-year-old Matz will be used as a reliever for “the foreseeable future.” Read more.

University of Tampa wins 3rd straight Division II baseball title

While the Spartans program churns out championships, this is the first title for 22 members of the current team. Read more.

Yaya Diaby wants to know: How can the Bucs defense be blocked?

The additions of Rueben Bain Jr., A’Shawn Robinson and others have Diaby excited entering a contract year. Read more.

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