Rays discuss All-Star snubs and MLB Draft strategy ahead of break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 7:17 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
As the Tampa Bay Rays lead the AL East by four games over the New York Yankees, discussions arise regarding their All-Star selections and upcoming strategies for the MLB Draft. Four Rays have made the All-Star team, but several players are considered snubs, including Nick Martinez and Shane McClanahan. Analysts express disappointment that fewer Rays were selected than expected, calling for more representation. With the MLB Draft approaching, the Rays are likely to target high school shortstop Grady Emerson with the No. 2 pick, unless he is taken first overall, in which case they may select Roch Cholowsky from UCLA.
- •Rays are four games ahead in the AL East standings.
- •Four players have been named All-Stars, but several are considered snubs.
- •Nick Martinez and Shane McClanahan are highlighted as deserving selections.
- •Rays likely to target Grady Emerson with the No. 2 draft pick.
- •MLB Draft is scheduled to take place in Philadelphia.
- 7:17 AMYahoo Sports — Rays Roundtable: All-Star Snubs and MLB Draft Predictions
"This week's Rays Roundtable breaks down Tampa Bay's All-Star selections, the biggest snubs, and who the Rays should target with the No. 2 pick in the MLB Draft. With the AL East lead growing, the future looks bright for Tampa Bay.
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