Tuesday, Jun 02, 2026

After comeback falls short, Rays are left bloodied and beaten by Tigers

Down big early, AL-leading Tampa Bay rallies late, but it isn’t enough in a loss to the league’s worst team. Read more.

Rays’ Chandler Simpson leaves game bloodied, Taylor Walls with tightness

Notes | Two of the team’s key players don’t finish Monday’s series opener against the Tigers but are expected to be back in action on Tuesday. Read more.

Lightning stockpile prospect talent ahead of draft reentry deadline

Tampa Bay acquires 2024 third-round pick Jack Pridham following a 46-goal, 90-point Memorial Cup-winning season. Read more.

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Small ball helps Tampa Spartans advance to NCAA Division II semifinals

Jordan Evans’ first bunt of the season moves the eventual winning run into scoring position in a victory over Point Loma. Read more.

Today's newsletter was compiled by Frank Pastor.

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