Plus: Why did Brayden Point’s production dip?

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Thursday, May 07, 2026

 

Shane McClanahan leads way as Rays keep rolling, winning 12 of last 13

A two-run fourth inning, thanks to RBIs by Jonny DeLuca and Chandler Simpson, and some strong relief work cap off a sweep of the Blue Jays. Read more.

 
 

ESPN crew eager to showcase ‘exciting’ and ‘fun’ Rays on national level 

This is the first regular-season national game featuring the Rays on ESPN since 2021. Read more.

 

With Steven Matz out, Rays call an audible, bring back Mason Englert

Notes | The right-hander was expecting to start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham. Read more.

 

Public, city staff weigh in on Rays’ Tampa stadium deal at workshop

The team is working toward securing a non-binding memorandum of understanding in May, Rays CEO Ken Babby said. Read more.

 

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What was the cause of Lightning center Brayden Point’s production dip?

After averaging 46 goals the previous three years, Point had just 18 this season and only one in the postseason. Read more.

 

Lightning’s Anthony Cirelli named a Selke Trophy finalist for 2nd time

The two-way center placed third in voting for the award that goes to the league’s top defensive forward a year ago. Read more.

Today's newsletter was compiled by Traci Johnson and Frank Pastor.

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