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Lopez and Hicks homer to back a strong start from Quantrill in Marlins' 5-1 win over Rays

Otto Lopez hit a three-run homer in his first game off the injured list and Liam Hicks added a two-run shot to back a strong start by Cal Quantrill, powering the Miami Marlins to a...

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Quantrill tosses the Majors' first immaculate inning of season MIAMI – Marlins veteran right-hander Cal Quantrill tossed the Majors’ first immaculate inning of the season during Sunday afternoon’s series...

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How to Watch Rays vs. Astros: TV Channel & Live Stream - May 19

Preview the May 19 matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and Houston Astros with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

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Rays vs. Astros Prediction, Odds, Picks - May 19

Preview the May 19 matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and Houston Astros with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

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Simpson rests sore right hand ahead of finale with Marlins MIAMI -- Chandler Simpson was not in the Rays’ lineup on Sunday afternoon after injuring his right hand on Saturday night during a slide at...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Chandler Simpson - Nursing sore hand Simpson (face) had his right hand wrapped up due to soreness and is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins, Ryan Bass of FanDuel Sports Network Sun reports.

Impact The 24-year-old had some facial injuries after making a hard slide into home plate Saturday, but his hand now appears to be more of an issue as he had a bit of trouble gripping a bat Sunday. Manager Kevin Cash indicated Simpson could still be available in an emergency for Sunday's contest, so the hand injury doesn't appear to be a serious concern.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Similarities abound as Rays, Marlins continue in-state series Deadspin | Similarities abound as Rays, Marlins continue in-state series

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Marlins and Rays play with series tied 1-1

The Miami Marlins and Tampa Bay Rays meet on Sunday with the winner claiming the three-game series

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Deadspin | Drew Rasmussen, Rays pitch shutout against Marlins Deadspin | Drew Rasmussen, Rays pitch shutout against Marlins

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Yandy Díaz - Knocks in two Diaz went 2-for-5 with two RBI on Saturday against the Marlins.

Impact Diaz was held out of the Rays' series earlier in the week against the Blue Jays due to passport issues, but he returned Friday and has started both games since. He delivered a key two-RBI single in the fifth frame and tallied his first multi-hit game since May 4. As that implies, Diaz has slowed a bit in May by going 10-for-47, albeit with 10 RBI and three runs scored across 12 games.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pete Fairbanks - Clean ninth inning Fairbanks threw a scoreless ninth inning without allowing a baserunner Saturday against the Marlins.

Impact Fairbanks entered the game in the ninth inning with a four-run lead for his first appearance since Tuesday. It was a good bounceback effort for him, as he allowed two earned runs in a similar situation his last time out. Fairbanks has now held opponents scoreless in 16 of his 19 outings this season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

José Caballero - Swipes two bags in win Caballero went 1-for-4 with a run scored and two stolen bases in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Marlins.

Impact Caballero sparked a four-run fifth inning, leading off with a single, swiping two bases and scoring the game's first run. The 28-year-old has hit safely in five straight games and has tallied nine steals in the month of May. On the season, he's hitting .260 with one home run, 13 RBI, 12 runs scored and 12 steals across 113 plate appearances.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Drew Rasmussen - Tosses six scoreless in win Rasmussen (2-4) earned the win against the Marlins on Saturday, allowing four hits and no walks while striking out five over six scoreless innings.

Impact Rasmussen needed only 81 pitches to complete six frames for the first time this year. While Saturday marked his first win since his season debut March 31, the 29-year-old has allowed three earned runs or fewer in eight of nine starts. He'll carry a 2.93 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 40:10 K:BB across 46 innings into a home matchup with the Blue Jays next weekend.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

How to Watch Rays vs. Marlins: TV Channel & Live Stream - May 18

Preview the May 18 matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

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Chandler Simpson - Expected back Sunday Simpson suffered a bloody nose and lip during Saturday's game against the Marlins but is expected to play Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Simpson suffered a concerning looking injury after being tagged out at home plate in the ninth inning of Saturday's game. However, he avoided serious injury and could potentially avoid any additional missed time.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Rasmussen, Rays blank Marlins to bring Citrus Series even MIAMI -- The Rays got back to their winning ways in the Citrus Series on Saturday afternoon after dropping Friday’s opener, beating the Marl...

3 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Rasmussen throws 6 shutout innings, Rays beat Marlins 4-0

Drew Rasmussen threw a season-high six innings of four-hit ball, Yandy Díaz had two hits and two RBIs and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Miami Marlins 4-0

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Chandler Simpson - Leaves early with injury Simpson was removed from Saturday's game against the Rays with an apparent injury.

Impact Simpson looked to be in a considerable amount of pain after being tagged out at the plate in the ninth inning. After being tended to by the Rays' trainers, he was able to walk off the field under his own power. It's not immediately clear what kind of injury he's dealing with, but the team should offer more information relatively soon.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rays vs. Marlins Prediction, Odds, Picks - May 18

Preview the May 18 matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

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Junior Caminero - Out of lineup Saturday Caminero isn't part of the Rays' starting nine for Saturday's game against the Marlins, Ryan Bass of FanDuel Sports Network Sun reports.

Impact Caminero will get the day off Saturday, yielding his spot at third base to Jose Caballero against Miami starter Sandy Alcantara. In his last 10 appearances, Caminero is 9-for-37 (.243) with a pair of home runs.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chandler Simpson - Five-game hitting streak Simpson went 3-for-3 with an RBI, two runs scored and a stolen base Friday against the Marlins.

Impact Simpson began his time in the majors hitting leadoff, but he has hit eighth and ninth in his last two games, coinciding with the return of Josh Lowe. Simpson had slowed down considerably at the plate, but is now riding a five-game hitting streak, during which he has gone 9-for-20 with three RBI, five runs scored and one stolen base.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Now that Evan Longoria is retiring as a player, what's next with Rays? Having finally accepted that he’s done playing, there have been multiple conversations about a role with the team.

4 DAYS AGO • TAMPABAY.COM

Marlins bring 1-0 series advantage over Rays into game 2

The Miami Marlins face the Tampa Bay Rays, leading the series 1-0

4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Speed demon Simpson becoming a game-changer for Rays MIAMI -- Don’t blink. If you do, you might miss Rays rookie Chandler Simpson blazing a trail in the dirt as he zooms around the basepaths. T...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM