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Jeremy Hellickson - S - Rays

Jeremy Hellickson pitched a season-high eight innings and allowed two runs Wednesday against the Blue Jays.

Hellickson left with a one-run lead, but that was blown right away by Fernando Rodney. It was still a nice outing for Hellickson, going down as just his third quality start of the season. He allowed four hits, walked one and struck out four.
May 22 - 7:44 PM
Fernando Rodney - R - Rays

Fernando Rodney took his fourth blown save in giving up a Jose Bautista solo homer Wednesday against the Jays.

That alone would hardly be grounds for termination. Rays manager Joe Maddon, though, showed zero confidence in Rodney when he pulled him in favor of Joel Peralta after Adam Lind's one-out walk. If Rodney loses his job over this one, it'd most likely be a short-term move; he's got every opportunity to win it right back if he shows better command. Peralta would be in line for saves in his place.
May 22 - 7:41 PM
Jake Odorizzi - S - Rays

Jake Odorizzi's next start has been pushed back to next Monday against the Marlins.

Odorizzi originally lined up to face the Yankees on Sunday, but Alex Cobb will get the call instead. The 23-year-old right-hander gave up three runs in five innings Monday against the Indians and makes for a fine streaming option in mixed leagues now that he has a favorable matchup against Miami.
Related: Alex Cobb
Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter
May 22 - 3:19 PM
Alex Cobb - S - Rays

Alex Cobb will move up a day in the rotation to start Sunday against the Yankees.

Jake Odorizzi was originally on turn for the assignment, but he will start Monday against the Marlins instead. Cobb allowed one run in 6 1/3 innings in Tuesday's win over the Blue Jays and holds a 2.73 ERA through nine starts this season.
Related: Jake Odorizzi
Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter
May 22 - 3:16 PM
Matt Joyce - OF - Rays

Matt Joyce is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Blue Jays.

Joyce left Tuesday's game with right hamstring tightness, so it's not a surprise that he's not ready to play for the afternoon game. However, it's not known how much time he'll need to miss. Sean Rodriguez is playing right field Wednesday.
Related: Sean Rodriguez
Source: Roger Mooney on Twitter
May 22 - 1:42 PM
Jose Molina - C - Rays

Jose Molina (hamstring) is back in Wednesday's lineup against the Blue Jays.

Molina hasn't played since Saturday due to a tight left hamstring. The Rays are hoping that the issue is behind him.
Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter
May 22 - 1:34 PM
Kelly Johnson - OF - Rays

Kelly Johnson hit his eighth home run of the season on Tuesday to help the Rays beat the Blue Jays 4-3.

After a down year in 2012, Johnson is now hitting .273/.345/.508 on the year with eight home runs and 25 RBI. The 31-year-old has seen time at second base and in the outfield this season, and his versatility means he's in the lineup more often than not. He looks on track for a bounceback season.
May 21 - 10:49 PM
Alex Cobb - S - Rays

Alex Cobb went 6 1/3 innings, allowing just one run, as the Rays beat the Blue Jays on Tuesday.

Cobb had a bit of a strange game, as he allowed just a solo home run to Colby Rasmus but only struck out two batters on the outing. Still, it was effective enough to pick up his fifth win of the season, and he's now got a 2.73 ERA through nine starts. His next start, Monday against the Marlins, sets up very nicely for the 25-year-old.
May 21 - 10:45 PM
Fernando Rodney - R - Rays

Fernando Rodney recorded five outs to pick up his ninth save of the season on Tuesday.

It was Rodney's second save since his meltdown last Thursday, but it wasn't without incident. Rodney allowed a ground-rule double to Colby Rasmus in the ninth and he scored on a wild pitch, cutting the Rays' lead to one. But after a walk, Rodney struck out Melky Cabrera to end it. His job as Rays closer looks to be safe.
May 21 - 10:37 PM
Matt Joyce - OF - Rays

Matt Joyce left Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays with right hamstring tightness.

The Rays are saying his removal was precautionary, so Joyce can safely be considered day-to-day. He figures to need at least a day or two of down time, though.
Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter
May 21 - 9:32 PM
Jose Molina - C - Rays

Jose Molina (hamstring) is not in the Rays' starting lineup on Tuesday night against the Blue Jays.

Molina hasn't played since Saturday because of a tight left hamstring. It's not thought to be a serious injury.
Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter
May 21 - 3:47 PM
Jake Odorizzi - S - Rays

Jake Odorizzi gave up three runs in five innings in his Rays' debut Monday against the Indians.

Odorizzi allowed two runs in the first inning and one in the second, but he settled down from there and was able to keep the Rays in the ballgame. He gave up five hits and just one walk while striking out six batters. The 23-year-old right-hander is worth a shot in AL-only and deeper mixed leagues while David Price is sidelined, though he has a tough matchup against the Yankees this weekend.
May 20 - 4:37 PM
Yunel Escobar - SS - Rays

Yunel Escobar smacked a two-run homer in a loss to the Blue Jays on Monday.

It was his only hit in four at-bats. Escobar has been a disappointment for the Rays so far, but he's hitting .312 (15-for-49) with two home runs, five doubles and 10 RBI over his last 13 games. Still, he shouldn't be a consideration outside of AL-only leagues and deeper mixed formats.
May 20 - 4:32 PM
Jake Odorizzi - S - Rays

Rays recalled RHP Jake Odorizzi from Triple-A Durham.

The talented 23-year-old right-hander is making his Rays debut on Monday afternoon against the Blue Jays in place of injured left-hander David Price. Odorizzi had a 3.83 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 47/15 K/BB ratio through 44 2/3 innings this season at the Triple-A level. He is worth a try in mixed fantasy leagues for however long he's up.
May 20 - 12:37 PM
Jose Molina - C - Rays

Jose Molina (hamstring) is available on Monday and is expected to return to the starting lineup Tuesday.

Molina sat out Sunday and is not in Monday's batting order against the Blue Jays due to some left hamstring tightness. It's not a serious concern for the Rays.
Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter
May 20 - 12:29 PM

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