Looking Backward While Moving Forward: Archer named Opening Day starter, Rays fall 5-0, and more

On the day he was officially announced as the Opening Day starter, Chris Archer became the first Rays hurler to work into the fifth inning this Spring.

Looking Backward While Moving Forward: Rays defeat Boston 13-5, fall to Toronto 6-1

The Tampa Bay Rays split a pair of games Sunday afternoon, handily defeating the Red Sox 13-5 at home, yet falling 6-1 to the Blue Jays in Dunedin.

Looking Backward While Moving Forward: Moore strong in Rays 2-1 victory over the Yankees

Matt Moore became the third consecutive Tampa Bay Rays hurler to pitch into the fourth inning on Saturday. His excellent outing, paired with Johnny Field’s two-run double, helped the Rays edge out the New York Yankees by a 2-1 score at Charlotte Sports Park.

Looking Backward While Moving Forward: Odorizzi Sharp, Motter mashes, but Rays fall 4-3

As with Drew Smyly before him, Jake Odorizzi worked into the fourth inning on Friday afternoon, when the Tampa Bay Rays took on the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Looking Backward While Moving Forward: Smyly sinks the Pirates, Rays win 5-1

Drew Smyly threw into the fourth inning on Thursday, and Desmond Jennings continued his hot Spring hitting in the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 win over the Pirates.