Tampa Bay Rays

Josh Lowe is not in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Lowe went hitless with three strikeouts in Friday's game. Jonny DeLuca slides over to center field in his absence for Tampa Bay.

Jonathan Aranda is not in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Aranda collected one hit in Friday's win. Harold Ramirez is serving as the designated hitter for Tampa Bay on Saturday.

Richie Palacios is not in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Palacios went yard in Friday's win. Amed Rosario slides over to second base in his absence for Tampa Bay.

Ben Rortvedt is not in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Rortvedt gets the day off with Alex Jackson starting behind the plate for Tampa Bay.

Jose Siri is in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Siri gets the start in center field and is hitting No. 9 in the lineup. He is 0-for-7 in his career against Kevin Gausman.

Alex Jackson is in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Jackson gets the start behind the plate for Tampa Bay. He has just one hit over 20 at-bats so far this season.

Jose Caballero is in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Caballero is back at shortstop for Tampa Bay and hitting No. 7 in the lineup. He has 13 RBI and 17 stolen bases on the season.

Harold Ramirez is in the Rays lineup on Saturday against Toronto.

Fantasy Impact: Ramirez gets the start at designated hitter and is hitting No. 3 in the lineup. He is hitting .268 on the season with 12 RBI.

The Rays transferred Jacob Waguespack to the 60-day injured list. (Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: This move was made to open up a roster spot for the addition of Richard Lovelady. Waguespack was recently called up by Tampa Bay to be placed on the 15-day IL.

The Tampa Bay Rays traded Jeff Belge to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Richard Lovelady. (Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Belge has posted a 4.20 ERA across 15 innings so far this season in Double-A. He adds bullpen depth for the Cubs organization.

Pete Fairbanks notched a save with a flawless inning, striking out one in the Rays' narrow 4-3 victory over the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact: This performance was a clean and efficient outing for Fairbanks, who needed just six pitches to secure the win. Despite a rocky season with a 5.73 ERA and 1.45 WHIP, this game could be a sign of stabilization, especially considering his impressive 13.1 K/9 rate and solid 2.53 FIP. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Fairbanks as he may still offer valuable strikeouts and occasional saves, but his high ERA and WHIP make him a risky play in most formats.

Tyler Alexander allowed three earned runs over 7 1/3 innings while striking out four in the Rays' 4-3 win over the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact: Despite giving up three hits and zero walks, Alexander's performance was a mixed bag, as the three earned runs slightly tarnished an otherwise efficient outing. His season ERA of 5.17 and WHIP of 1.21 suggest a struggle to consistently suppress runs, but his solid outing today hints at potential stability. Fantasy managers should remain cautious, however, as his high FIP of 5.28 indicates underlying issues that may not bode well for future outings. Alexander's low strikeout rate (7.1 K/9) also limits his upside in categories that reward strikeouts.

Brandon Lowe could be activated from the injured list on Monday. (Source: Marc Topkin)

Fantasy Impact: Lowe is set to play in rehab games this weekend on Saturday and Sunday. If those goes well, he could re-join the Rays on Monday.

Erasmo Ramirez came in for one out in the bottom of the ninth to close out the Rays' 7-5 victory over the Boston Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: This was Ramirez's first save since 2020 and in an odd way. He came into the game after Jason Adam got the first two outs of the ninth. Adam gave up a walk and a single, the Rays used a mound visit, that happened to be their last, and they were forced to switch pitchers. This shouldn't change anything for Tampa Bay's bullpen.

Zack Littell struggled through five innings, yielding four earned runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out three in the Rays' 7-5 win over the Red Sox on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the Rays securing the win, Littell's performance was less than stellar, slightly inflating his previously commendable ERA to 3.44 and WHIP to 1.31. His season-long metrics, including a solid 8.7 K/9 and an excellent 6.00 strikeout-to-walk ratio, suggest better outings are typical for him. However, his high BABIP of .356 could indicate that some of the hits allowed might not have been entirely within his control. Fantasy managers should consider this start a minor blip in an otherwise strong season, keeping faith in his ability to bounce back in future outings.

Brendan McKay has been shut down from throwing for five-to-six weeks. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: McKay reported left elbow discomfort on May 3 after being promoted to Triple-A Durham and was placed on the minor league 60-day injured list. After undergoing an MRI, he was diagnosed with a flexor/pronator strain and an accompanying UCL sprain with doctors recommending rehab for five-to-six weeks.

Jeffrey Springs threw a live batting practice session on Wednesday. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Springs is scheduled to next pitch in a Rookie-level Florida Complex League game on Monday. He is continuing to work his way back from undergoing Tommy John surgery and is on track to return at some point in the summer.

Kevin Kelly delivered a flawless performance, securing a save as the Rays edged out the Red Sox 4-3 on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: He threw 15 pitches over a clean inning, allowing no hits or walks while striking out two. This outing not only notched his first save of the season but also showcased his ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively. With a season ERA now improved to 3.06 and a WHIP standing strong at 0.96, Kelly's reliability in late-game scenarios continues to solidify. His impressive strikeout-to-walk ratio, now even better at 17.00, and a stable BABIP suggest sustained effectiveness. Fantasy managers should consider Kelly a viable option for saves and holds, especially in leagues that reward precision and low WHIP.

Taj Bradley delivered a strong performance, allowing two earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out six over five innings in Wednesday's 4-3 win against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues to solidify Bradley's role in the rotation, showcasing his ability to maintain control and rack up strikeouts. With a season ERA now standing at an impressive 2.45 and a WHIP of 1.00, Bradley is proving to be a reliable fantasy option. His high strikeout rate (10.6 K/9) and favorable FIP (3.17) suggest that his success is not just a fluke but a result of effective pitching. Fantasy managers should consider Bradley a valuable asset, especially in leagues that reward strikeouts and low ERA.

Taylor Walls (hip) will go through workouts for the next 10-to-14 days before going out on a rehab assignment. (Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Walls will begin ramping up and have a spring training like plan as he works his way back from offseason surgery. Walls still has no specific timetable for a return.