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Rays' recent success adds to their chances of making the playoffs
TL;DR
The Tampa Bay Rays are on a seven-game winning streak, outscoring opponents 30-10. They currently sit half a game behind the New York Yankees in the AL East and have a strong chance of making the playoffs.
Key points
- Tampa Bay Rays on a seven-game winning streak
- Rays outscored opponents 30-10 during the streak
- Rays currently have a record of 25-12
- Rays are half a game behind the New York Yankees
- Rays missed playoffs for the last three seasons
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The Tampa Bay Rays are one of the hottest teams in Major League Baseball, as they are winners of seven straight games. During their winning streak, the Rays have outscored their opponents 30-10.
At 25-12, the Rays sit a half-game behind the New York Yankees for the lead in the American League East, while maintaining the fourth-best record in baseball. After not making the playoffs for the last three seasons -- the Rays lost to the eventual World Series champion Texas Rangers in the Wild Card round (2-0) in 2023 -- the Rays have a great chance to turn that around.
The Tampa Bay Rays ranked as the biggest surprise team to make the postseason
According to MLB.com's Thomas Harrigan, the Rays were ranked as the biggest surprise team to make the postseason after getting off to their hot start.
"With 12 wins in their past 13 games, the Rays have the best record (24-12) of any team on this list -- and the fourth-best record in MLB this season," wrote Harrigan. " is the one of two AL teams, along with the Yankees, to have three qualifiers ranked among the leagueâs top 25 hitters in wRC+, with  (12th at 145),  (tied for 16th at 135) and  (tied for 24th at 125) all off to strong starts. The Rays also have MLBâs fourth-best ERA at 3.58, and theyâve started to play better defense lately after struggling in that department early on."
Q&A
What is the Tampa Bay Rays' current winning streak?
The Tampa Bay Rays are currently on a seven-game winning streak.
How do the Rays' playoff chances compare to previous seasons?
After missing the playoffs for the last three seasons, the Rays now have a great chance to make it this year.
What is the Rays' record in the current MLB season?
The Tampa Bay Rays have a current record of 25-12.
