Thursday, Aug 06, 2026

How successful have Rays been with ABS challenges? We’ll show you

Despite an American League-best record, the team has had below-average success with the Automated Ball-Strike challenge system. Read more.

Nick Martinez makes it a happy birthday, leads Rays to sweep of Rockies

The now-36-year-old starter works into the sixth inning, and Junior Caminero, Victor Mesa Jr., Chandler Simpson and Taylor Walls have a hand in the offense. Read more.

Rays infielder Ben Williamson appears headed to IL with hamstring issue

Notes | The offseason acquisition has been versatile and valuable at second base and shortstop. Carson Williams could be a replacement. Read more.

Bucs 2-time Pro Bowler Vita Vea is still focused on being traded

The defensive tackle has not practiced since reporting to training camp, and no resolution appears to be in sight. Read more.

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Dick Vitale says blood tests are ‘very good’ after 5th cancer diagnosis

The ESPN announcer says the immunotherapy treatments he has been receiving are “very effective in wiping out the cancer.” Read more.

Today's newsletter was compiled by Frank Pastor.

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