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Tampa Bay Rays sign Jorge Mateo ahead of series against Orioles

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Tampa Bay Rays sign Jorge Mateo ahead of series against Orioles

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The Tampa Bay Rays concluded a successful West Coast trip with an 8-4 victory over the Athletics. They will enter their upcoming series against the Baltimore Orioles with a nine-game winning streak. In a roster move, the Rays signed utility player Jorge Mateo to a major league contract after his release from the Atlanta Braves. Mateo brings versatile fielding options as the Rays pursue a postseason berth. He has played in 65 games this season, showcasing moderate power and speed metrics.

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•Rays have a nine-game winning streak heading into the Orioles series.
•Jorge Mateo signed to aid a playoff push.
•Mateo previously played for the Braves and Orioles.
•Rays' current record stands at 74-46.
•The next series against the Orioles starts Friday.

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3:53 AMYahoo Sports — Tampa Bay Rays Sign 31-Year-Old MLB Veteran Ahead of Orioles Series

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The Tampa Bay Rays wrapped up a dominant West Coast trip Wednesday with an 8-4 victory over the Athletics.Tampa Bay will now carry a nine-game winning streak into its next series, which begins Friday against AL East rival Baltimore Orioles.However, ahead of their off day Thursday, the Rays made a notable roster signing.Rays Sign Utility […] The post Tampa Bay Rays Sign 31-Year-Old MLB Veteran Ahead of Orioles Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 3:53 AM
Tampa Bay Rays Sign 31-Year-Old MLB Veteran Ahead of Orioles Series
The Tampa Bay Rays wrapped up a dominant West Coast trip Wednesday with an 8-4 victory over the Athletics.Tampa Bay will now carry a nine-game winning streak into its next series, which begins Friday against AL East rival Baltimore Orioles.However, ahead of their off day Thursday, the Rays made a notable roster signing.Rays Sign Utility […] The post Tampa Bay Rays Sign 31-Year-Old MLB Veteran Ahead of Orioles Series appeared first on HEAVY.

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