- Fri Jan 17, 2025 12:05 pm
#4068
The Tampa Bay Rays are entering a pivotal season after a disappointing 80-82 record last year, their first losing season since 2017. With significant changes to their roster, including the loss of key players and the fallout from Wander Franco's legal issues, the Rays are in a transitional phase.
What do you think this means for their future? Can they bounce back and reclaim their status as a playoff contender, or are they destined for another year of mediocrity?
ZiPS projections suggest the Rays could finish with 84-88 wins, which might not be enough to secure a playoff spot. Given their reliance on the health of pitchers like Shane McClanahan and Drew Rasmussen, how critical do you think their recovery is to the team's success?
Moreover, the Rays' player development system continues to churn out promising talent, with prospects like Carson Williams and Brayden Taylor expected to make an impact. How do you feel about the Rays' approach to building a competitive team on a budget? Is their model sustainable in the long run, or will they eventually need to invest more heavily in established talent?
Let’s hear your thoughts! What are your bold predictions for the Rays this season? Will they surprise us, or are they in for a rough ride?
What do you think this means for their future? Can they bounce back and reclaim their status as a playoff contender, or are they destined for another year of mediocrity?
ZiPS projections suggest the Rays could finish with 84-88 wins, which might not be enough to secure a playoff spot. Given their reliance on the health of pitchers like Shane McClanahan and Drew Rasmussen, how critical do you think their recovery is to the team's success?
Moreover, the Rays' player development system continues to churn out promising talent, with prospects like Carson Williams and Brayden Taylor expected to make an impact. How do you feel about the Rays' approach to building a competitive team on a budget? Is their model sustainable in the long run, or will they eventually need to invest more heavily in established talent?
Let’s hear your thoughts! What are your bold predictions for the Rays this season? Will they surprise us, or are they in for a rough ride?