MAILBAG: Tampa Bay Rays 2026 Win Total Projections HINGING on AL East Race

Tampa Bay Rays face harsh projections for 2026, with Fangraphs placing them at just 78 wins and last in the AL East despite a retooled roster featuring Nick Martinez, Cedric Mullins, and Junior Caminero.Hosts Kevin and Ulises confront the tough odds against strong division rivals like the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, and Baltimore Orioles, sparking debate over the Rays’ true ceiling and the possibility of key deadline trades that could reshape the roster midseason.The podcast also spotlights looming decisions on stars Yandy Díaz and Shane McClanahan, raising the question—will the Rays trade their ace if he bounces back? Fans get a sneak peek at the anticipated 2026 Rays promo schedule, including standout items like the Chandler Simpson "bobble legs" collectible and retro Longoria gear. Can Tampa Bay’s creativity off the field match the challenges they’ll face on it?00:00 — Rays 2026 Win Predictions09:23 — Shane McClanahan Trade Outlook19:28 — Rays 2026 Promo Schedule ReviewFollow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rays/Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/#Rays #TampaBayRays #MLBEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.