“The Rays, who appeared to be gathering momentum a month ago, are now just a game over .500, and given the organization's longstanding focus on maximizing the value of their players, some rival evaluators think they could now be considering dealing some pieces away,” wrote Olney.

The Rays are reportedly open to trading Yandy Diaz, possibly allowing the Red Sox to acquire one of their top trade deadline targets.

Brady Singer took a shutout into the eighth inning and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 on Sunday for their fourth straight victory. Singer (8-8) left after allowing Taylor Walls’ one-out homer in the eighth.

CINCINNATI — The last time Shane Baz was on the Great American Ball Park mound, it was pretty much the lowest point of his career. During the July 10, 2022, start, he tore the ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow, leading to eventual Tommy John surgery and a two-year odyssey until he returned to the majors.

With their infield depleted by injuries, the Rays turned to a familiar face to upgrade their depth on Saturday. Tampa Bay acquired infielder Tristan Gray from the White Sox for cash considerations and added him to the active roster in Cincinnati.