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Rays reliever Edwin Uceta didn't feel great when testing shoulder playing catch

Tampa Bay reliever Edwin Uceta didn't feel great when testing his cranky right shoulder

8 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Rays' high-profile reliever will be removed from WBC roster due to injury The World Baseball Classic is set on a huge stage with a ton of pride and praise at stake. It's not quite at the level of the FIFA World Cup...

12 HOURS AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Edwin Uceta - Headed to doctor after setback Rays manager Kevin Cash said that Uceta (shoulder) will visit the doctor after he "didn't feel great" the longer he played catch Thursday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times report...

Impact Uceta reported to camp with a sore shoulder and has now encountered a setback. More will be know following Uceta's visit to the doctor, but even if he doesn't have structural damage he will need time to get built up. A stint on the injured list to begin the season looks like a distinct possibility. Uceta, if healthy, is among the Rays relievers in the mix to serve as closer this season.

14 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

3 non-roster invitees to keep tabs on during Rays' spring training The most intriguing part of spring training baseball is the excitement around the non-roster invitees and witnessing whether or not they'll...

16 HOURS AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Rays appoint Rasmussen for his first Opening Day start Drew Rasmussen, who made a career-high 31 starts in 2025, was named as the Rays' Opening Day starter on Thursday. He'll face off against the...

17 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Drew Rasmussen - Named Opening Day starter The Rays have named Rasmussen their Opening Day starter, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Rasmussen was excellent in 2025 in his first full season back from elbow surgery, collecting a 2.76 ERA and 127:37 K:BB over 150 innings covering 31 starts. He had his workload carefully monitored last season but should have the reins loosened in 2026. That said, given that Rasmussen has undergone three majors elbow surgeries, he's unlikely to ever be a workhorse. His Opening Day assignment will come March 26 in St. Louis.

17 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rays get first taste of ABS system during live BP session PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- There has been a fair amount of helmet-tapping on the back fields of Charlotte Sports Park the past few days. As tho...

1 DAY AGO • MLB.COM

'He hits the ball like Yandy': Melton making waves in 1st Rays camp PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- It takes a lot to stand out in a batting practice group with Junior Caminero. Jacob Melton did just that Tuesday mor...

1 DAY AGO • MLB.COM

Rays, Junior Caminero briefly discuss future plans Scouts and fans alike had a feeling that Junior Caminero would break out in his first full season, but we don't think any expected an MVP-ty...

1 DAY AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Junior Caminero talks possible Rays extension | Sporting News Will the Rays be able to pull off this move now?

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Rays "way too early" 2026 team awards predictions In an offseason that completely uplifted the Rays roster from a season ago, you'll certainly see some new faces on this predictions list. We...

1 DAY AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Junior Caminero Has Candid Response on Potential Extension With Rays Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero was one of the most highly-rated prospects in baseball before making his Major League debut in...

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

1 Rays prospect to keep a close eye on during spring training When it comes to prospects in the major leagues, they could be hit or miss with many of them never living up to the hype surrounding their a...

2 DAYS AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Fan-favorite rejoins Rays in perfect role When you ponder the fan favorites from the Rays history, names like Evan Longoria and Ben Zobrist instantly arise for their commitment and c...

2 DAYS AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Braves sign free agent catcher that certainly should've been on Rays' radar The Atlanta Braves have made an underrated move that greatly improves the depth of their catchers. This signing gives the NL East club a fou...

2 DAYS AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

After breakout year, busy winter, Caminero has a lot to say (in English!) at camp PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- Junior Caminero stood in front of his locker at Charlotte Sports Park on Tuesday morning, preparing to address the m...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Former Rays infielder forced to settle for minor league deal with Reds There's no longer a Lowe on the Rays anymore whether it's Brandon (Lowe) or Josh (Lowe). Two major trades sent those fan-favorites away with...

2 DAYS AGO • RAYSCOLOREDGLASSES.COM

Richie Palacios - Will see reps at hot corner Palacios will see some time at third base during spring training, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Palacios has shown versatility during his major-league career, where he has seen most of his playing time in the corner outfields and at second base. He should get a fair amount of playing time at the keystone behind Gavin Lux. Although Palacios has played third base in just two major-league games, the Rays expanding his utility in order to improve his chances of making the Opening Day roster. Palacios slashed .333/396/.452 with four steals, one home run and three RBI across 48 plate appearances for Tampa Bay in 2025.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rays newcomer Lux feeling right at home at second base PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- As the Rays made their way onto Field 5 at Charlotte Sports Park for defensive drills on Monday morning, Gavin Lux t...

3 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Hunter Bigge - Healthy ahead of spring training Bigge (face) threw live batting practice Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact After pitching eight games in the Dominican winter league, Bigge appears to be just about all the way back from multiple facial fractures when he was hit by a foul ball in June of last year. The 27-year-old right-hander said Sunday that he's fully cleared medically, and the expectation is that Bigge will be competing for a spot in Tampa Bay's Opening Day bullpen during upcoming Grapefruit League play.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back from 'bigger than baseball' injury, Bigge ready to compete PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- Hunter Bigge jogged in from the Rays' bullpen at Charlotte Sports Park late Sunday morning, scaled the mound and cha...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Uceta (sore shoulder) won't pitch in World Baseball Classic PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- High-leverage reliever Edwin Uceta will not pitch for the Dominican Republic in the upcoming World Baseball Classic...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Edwin Uceta - Out for World Baseball Classic Rays manager Kevin Cash said Sunday that Uceta arrived at camp with a slightly "cranky shoulder" and won't be available to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Cl...

Impact Cash labeled the Uceta's decision to pull out of the WBC as "precautionary" and intimated that the Rays fully expect the right-handed reliever to be ready to go for Opening Day, even though he's likely to be slow played during spring training. The Rays head into the upcoming season without a set closer after letting Pete Fairbanks (team-high 27 saves in 2025) walk in free agency, and Uceta could be a candidate to factor into the team's late-inning mix if his shoulder isn't a concern. The 28-year-old netted one save and 21 holds over 70 appearances last season while racking up an impressive 103 strikeouts across 76 frames.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonny DeLuca - In line for short-side role DeLuca (hamstring/quad) is likely to see regular at-bats against left-handed pitching this season, per John Romano of the Tampa Bay Times.

Impact DeLuca stands out as one of Tampa Bay's few right-handed-hitting outfielders, considering the club's primary options consist of as lefty-hitters Chandler Simpson, Cedric Mullins and Jake Fraley. DeLuca ended the 2025 season on the 60-day injured list due to a right quadriceps strain, so he'll need to prove he's healthy during spring training before the Rays trust him to handle this role. The 27-year-old posted a promising .812 OPS with six stolen bases through 59 regular-season plate appearances amidst an injury-ruined 2025 campaign, and it doesn't sound like he'll open the new year in a spot for everyday action.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Phillips rejoins Rays in fan-focused role ST. PETERSBURG -- Brett Phillips has a new uniform with the Rays. The fan-favorite outfielder, who grew up rooting for the team before playi...

5 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

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Rays reliever Edwin Uceta didn't feel great when testing shoulder playing catch