Cedric Mullins finds form for Rays ahead of Dodgers series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 12:29 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Cedric Mullins continues his resurgence for the Tampa Bay Rays after a slow season start. He recorded a.988 OPS in June, hitting three home runs. Prior to Monday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Mullins had tallied seven hits in his last 20 at-bats over the past week. His recent performance has shifted him from potential roster casualty to a significant contributor as the Rays approach the MLB Trade Deadline. Tampa Bay is seeking to even the series against the Dodgers after losing the opener.
- •Mullins has a.988 OPS in June with three home runs.
- •He has gone 7 for 20 in his last seven games.
- •Mullins is the 4th-most valuable position player for the Rays since May.
- •The Rays are two games into their series against the Dodgers.
- •Mullins aims to secure his roster spot by maintaining current form.
- 12:29 AMYahoo Sports — Cedric Mullins Is Finally Heating Up for the Rays
"Cedric Mullins is finally finding his rhythm at the plate. After a slow start to the season, the veteran outfielder has posted a .988 OPS in June and could be turning himself from a potential roster casualty into a key contributor for the Rays' postseason push.
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