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Brody Hopkins, the Rays' top prospect, is finally making his spring debut today against the Baltimore Orioles, stirring excitement among fans eager to see if he lives up to the hype. Meanwhile, the prospect voting continues with Aidan Smith, who has demonstrated his five-tool potential since being acquired in the Arozarena trade. The Rays are not just looking to the present, they’re also planning for the future, as Kevin Cash's projected 2026 Opening Day lineup hints at a team built for sustained success. In off-field developments, the approval for Hillsborough College to receive land for a new ballpark shows the Rays are serious about their long-term vision in the Tampa Bay area. With a wide-open bullpen and players like Joe Boyle looking to cement their value, the Rays are gearing up for a spring filled with promise and intrigue.

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2026 DRaysBay Community Prospect List: Vote for No. 22
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2026 DRaysBay Community Prospect List: Vote for No. 22
Previous Winner Aidan Smith, OF21 | R/R | 6’2” | 190A+ | .237/.331/.388 (114 wRC+) 459 PA, 14 HR, 41 SB, 11.5% BB, 31.2% K Acquired in the Arozarena trade, Smith became the prince who was promised, a five tool athlete with a strong bat, good face, and a preternatural glove in center field. That […]
 GDT: Brody Hopkins makes his spring debut
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GDT: Brody Hopkins makes his spring debut
The Tampa Bay Rays top overall prospect will make his spring debut this afternoon, getting the start against the Baltimore Orioles. There isn’t any radio coverage today, but the Orioles are broadcasting the game so it can be seen on MLB.tv. First pitch is at 1:05 at Ed Smith Stadium
 Projecting Kevin Cash's 2026 Rays Opening Day lineup
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Projecting Kevin Cash's 2026 Rays Opening Day lineup
We will predict the Opening Day lineup that Kevin Cash will deploy against the St. Louis Cardinals.
 Rays issue statement on approval of Hillsborough College land
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Rays issue statement on approval of Hillsborough College land
The Rays released the following statement on Tuesday after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved granting a 22-acre parcel of land to Hillsborough College for a ballpark. “The Tampa Bay Rays are grateful for the approval granted today by Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet for
 With role flexibility, Boyle aims to show his value in wide-open Rays bullpen
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With role flexibility, Boyle aims to show his value in wide-open Rays bullpen
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- The more things change, the more they stay the same. While there may be different faces, different last names on lockers, different arms and repertoires, the Rays will utilize their bullpen more than most teams. Historically, that’s been the case, and in 2026, things shouldn’t be
 Wednesday spring training Orioles game thread: vs. Rays, 1:05
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Wednesday spring training Orioles game thread: vs. Rays, 1:05
Trevor Rogers makes his second spring start as the O’s return to MASN.
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