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On base thrice in win Mejia went 2-for-3 with a walk and a run in a win over the Orioles on Sunday.

Impact The backup catcher snapped out of a brief two-game slump with Sunday's multi-hit effort, his first since May 23. Mejia has proven reasonably productive with his opportunities thus far this season, posting a .252/.319/.393 slash line with nine extra-base hits and 13 RBI over 120 plate appearances, figures he's complemented with a modest 17.5 percent strikeout rate, the lowest of his career.

JUNE 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out of lineup once again Mejia is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mike Zunino appears to be manager Kevin Cash's preferred option behind the dish, at least for the time being. Monday will mark the fourth time in the last five games that Mejia is not in the starting nine.

MAY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Sunday Mejia is out of the lineup Sunday versus the Phillies, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mejia will head to the bench for the third time in the past four games Sunday. Mike Zunino receives another start behind the plate for the Rays.

MAY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on bench Mejia will sit for the second straight day Thursday against the Royals, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mejia and Mike Zunino have split time very evenly this season when both have been healthy, so the fact that Zunino has now started three times in four games doesn't necessarily indicate a shift in the balance between the pair. Mejia owns a career-best .784 OPS so far this year, though Zunino has outperformed him, posting an .869 OPS, another career best.

MAY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Wednesday Mejia is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mejia heads to the bench while he and Mike Zunino alternate turns behind the dish for the sixth game in a row. Both catchers have been exceptionally productive with the bat this season, so expect a fairly even timeshare at catcher to remain in place for the foreseeable future.

MAY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Monday Mejia is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mejia was behind the dish for the Rays' 6-4 win Sunday afternoon and enjoyed another productive day at the plate, finishing 2-for-3 with a solo home run. The 25-year-old has left the yard in both of his past two starts to improve his OPS to .807 on the season, but he's still stuck in a timeshare with the similarly productive Mike Zunino (.904 OPS), who will catch Monday's series finale.

MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ends long night in grand fashion Mejia went 1-for-4 with two walks and a grand slam in Friday's 9-7 extra-innings win over the Blue Jays.

Impact His second homer of the season came in dramatic fashion as he drove a Jeremy Beasley offering over the fence in right field with the bases loaded in the 12th inning to break open a 5-5 tie. Mejia hadn't driven in a run since April 21, and the catcher is slashing only .185/.353/.296 through 34 plate appearances in May even after Friday's heroics.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to bench Mejia will sit Tuesday against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mejia returned from an intercostal strain Sunday and started right away, but he won't be in the lineup on an everyday basis. He and Mike Zunino split time behind the plate fairly evenly prior to Mejia's injury and will continue to do so going forward.

MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back on active roster Mejia (ribs) was activated from the 10-day injured list Sunday, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mejia reported significant improvement with his left intercostal strain and will end up returning after the minimum. Kevan Smith was designated for assignment. A top prospect in the Cleveland and San Diego systems, Mejia has failed to live up to that billing, but he's off to a great start this season (.300/.348/.450) and should slot back in to the No. 1 catcher role for Tampa Bay.

MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Feeling 'significantly better' Mejia (ribs) is feeling "significantly better" according to manager Kevin Cash, and the backstop could be activated Sunday when first eligible, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times r...

Impact Mejia was officially placed on the injured list May 8 retroactive to two days prior, which indeed makes Sunday his first opportunity to return to action. The 25-year-old was particularly standing out for his offensive contributions prior to his injury, slashing .300/.348/.450 across 67 plate appearances while alternating time behind the dish with Mike Zunino.

MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured list Mejia (ribs) was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday, retroactive to May 6, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mejia was scratched from Friday's lineup due to left intercostal discomfort but wasn't believed to be dealing with a serious injury. However, he apparently wasn't feeling better Saturday and will now spend time on the injured list. Mike Zunino should serve as the primary catcher in Mejia's absence, while Kevan Smith should be available as a backup.

MAY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available off bench Mejia (ribs) isn't believed to be dealing with a serious injury, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mejia was scratched from Friday's lineup due to a left intercostal strain, but manager Kevin Cash said that the catcher could play if needed. A better idea of Mejia's status could be known based on how he feels Saturday, but it's unlikely that he'll miss significant time.

MAY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rays at A’s: Francisco Mejia scratched from lineup The catcher who has been one of Tampa Bay’s most consistent hitters has discomfort in his rib cage.

MAY 7, 2021 • TAMPABAY.COM

Scratched from lineup Mejia was scratched from Friday's lineup against the Athletics with left intercostal discomfort, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mejia had been out of the lineup for two of the last three games, and he'll be a late scratch Friday due to an intercostal issue. Mike Zunino will take over behind the dish and bat sixth.

MAY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Mejia isn't in the lineup Thursday against the Angels, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mejia will be out of the lineup for the second time in the last three games after he went hitless with a strikeout in three at-bats Wednesday. Mike Zunino will start behind the plate and bat seventh.

MAY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out of Tuesday's lineup Mejia is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Angels, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact He is hitting .286/.324/.514 with one home run over his last 10 games and has started three of the last seven. While Mejia is the superior offensive catcher to Mike Zunino, who is starting behind the dish Tuesday, they will maintain a close playing time split due to Zunino's superior defense.

MAY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Continues getting on base Mejia went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run in a win over the Angels on Monday.

Impact Mejia continues to deliver at the plate relatively consistently, with Monday marking the fourth time in his last five starts he's hit safely. After a forgettable 2020 in San Diego, Mejia seems on track for production that much more closely resembles the encouraging .265/.316/.438 slash he generated over 244 plate appearances with the Padres in 2019.

MAY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of lineup Mejia isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Astros, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Mejia will be out of the lineup for a second straight game as he continues to split time behind the dish. Mike Zunino will serve as the starting backstop and bat ninth.

MAY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out of Friday's lineup Mejia is not in the lineup Friday against the Astros, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact The 25-year-old and Mike Zunino have alternated starts over the past week, and Mejia will take a seat after going 1-for-4 with a double during Thursday's series finale against the A's.

APRIL 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to bench Mejia is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Athletics, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mejia will alternate turns behind the plate with Mike Zunino for the sixth straight game, with both backstops picking up three starts apiece during that span. After going 3-for-4 with a pair of doubles and a run in Tuesday's 4-3 win, Mejia is now slashing a robust .311/.333/.489 through 49 plate appearances.

APRIL 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sits in favor of Zunino Mejia is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Athletics, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mike Zunino will get a turn behind the plate after Mejia had caught in three of the last four games. Zunino remains the superior defensive option of the two, but Mejia appears to have shown enough improvement in that area early on during his first season in Tampa Bay to turn the Rays' catching situation into more of a timeshare than it has been in recent years. Both backstops have gotten off to strong starts with the bat as well, but Zunino's track record offers less hope that he can maintain his hot start than Mejia.

APRIL 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Playing time picks up Mejia will start at catcher and bat eighth Sunday against the Blue Jays, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact He'll be behind the plate for the fourth time in five games, perhaps signaling that he's moved ahead of Mike Zunino on the depth chart at catcher. While Mejia has his shortcomings as a receiver, he's at least made strides in that area so far this season and offers an upgrade over Zunino with the bat. Through his first 39 plate appearances with Tampa Bay, Mejia is slashing .286/.316/.457 with an excellent 7.7 percent strikeout rate.

APRIL 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 18, 2021 • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Clubs first homer Mejia went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and an additional RBI during Saturday's 6-3 win over the Yankees.

Impact The 25-year-old struggled to find his footing in the majors since making his debut with Cleveland in 2017, but he's off to a strong start in 2021. Mejia has a .333/.370/.542 slash line with one home run, two doubles and five RBI through eight games this season.

APRIL 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Singles twice in loss Mejia went 2-for-4 in Thursday's 6-4 extra-innings loss to Texas

Impact The backup catcher has started strong at the plate this season, now hitting .300 in 20 at-bats with only one strikeout. A former top prospect, Mejia has been involved in multiple blockbuster trades throughout his career, but has yet to live up to his high offensive expectations. That being said, his performance early in 2021 has been promising, and if it continues it may be enough to earn Mejia more opportunities over starter Mike Zunino, who's never hit for a respectable average and has been no different this year.

APRIL 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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