Tampa Bay Rays manage injuries following 70th win against Mariners
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:17 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays are facing significant injury challenges following their 70th win after defeating the Seattle Mariners. Infielder Ben Williamson is on the injured list with a serious hamstring injury, while Griffin Jax faces elbow discomfort. Shane McClanahan remains sidelined with a back injury. Taylor Walls' status improved after being scratched but later played in the game. Despite these setbacks, the Rays hope to maintain their performance as they encounter increased competition from the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees.
- •Tampa Bay Rays secured their 70th win against the Seattle Mariners.
- •Ben Williamson is expected to miss significant time due to injury.
- •Griffin Jax and Shane McClanahan are also dealing with injuries.
- •Taylor Walls played after initial back tightness raised concerns.
- •Rays face competition from AL East rivals, including the Red Sox and Yankees.
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"The Tampa Bay Rays are dealing with growing injury concerns after their 70th win. With Ben Williamson sidelined, Griffin Jax battling elbow discomfort and Shane McClanahan still out, Tampa Bay's depth could be tested in the AL East race.
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