Tampa Bay Rays fans face big questions as rivals in the AL East load up for a title push. Are the Rays on the verge of falling to the bottom of the division as the Blue Jays ink Dylan Cease, the Red Sox land Sonny Gray, and the Orioles upgrade their bullpen with Ryan Helsley? Ulises and Kevin debate whether the Rays' offseason moves—like adding Jake Fraley—are enough to keep pace, and tackle rumors about a possible Mike Yastrzemski signing. Is another left-handed outfielder really what Tampa Bay needs, or would that be a costly misfit?

The hosts break down lineup projections and scrutinize Baseball America’s Rays 2029 predictions, reflecting on what recent roster changes signal for the future. Can Josh Lowe step up with an 18-homer season? Will Tampa Bay’s penny-pinching strategy still work in a smarter, more aggressive AL East? Don’t miss this sharp look at the Rays’ challenges, rivals, and what must change to stay competitive.

0:00 – Rays Outfield & Yastrzemski Rumors

10:27 – AL East Offseason Moves

20:04 – Rays 2029 Lineup Projection

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