The Rays have made their own breaks most of the time this season, coming up with the big hit or the big out when necessary without too much assistance from the opposition. ...more

July 27, 2008

KANSAS CITY, Mo. With the Red Sox and Yankees set to face off at Fenway Park over the next three days, the Rays' four-game set against the Royals that opened Thursday night represents an opportunity to create a bit of space. ...more

July 24, 2008

Mark Grudzielanek led off the Royals' third inning Saturday night with a single for his 2,000th career hit. ...more

July 13, 2008

There was no national TV audience, no extra burst of adrenaline provided by a huge crowd at Tropicana Field. These were the Royals, not the Red Sox, and the Rays couldn't help but notice the difference - in the stands and the standings. ...more

July 5, 2008

Reid Brignac's mother, father and brother flew to the Tampa Bay area from Louisiana on Friday. Plans for a Cajun-style Independence Day cookout understandably were put on hold. ...more

July 5, 2008