About this episode

The episode features interviews with Rays players and coaches discussing their thoughts on the 2026 team and the current season.

We've talked so much to ourselves, to the media and to friends about the 2026 Tampa Bay Rays, so we went straight to the source, talking with Rays players and coaches about this season so far. Included in interviews are (in order): Bryan Baker, Shane McClanahan, Richie Palacios, Ryan Vilade, Craig Kimbrel, Ozzie Timmons & Rodney Linares. Thank you so much to the Rays for allowing us to get a better glimpse into this season and the ongoing vibes! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our partners: HOMAGE, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com! Check out our social media platforms for our HOMAGE affiliate link as well! As always, Rays Up! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Rays The Roof

Guests: Bryan Baker, Shane McClanahan, Richie Palacios, Ryan Vilade, Craig Kimbrel, Ozzie Timmons, Rodney Linares

Topics covered

• Tampa Bay Rays
• 2026 team
• player interviews
• baseball season
• team dynamics

Keywords

• Tampa Bay Rays
• 2026
• baseball
• interviews
• players
• coaches
• season vibes

Sponsors

HOMAGE, SeatGeek, In The Clutch, JKS Prints

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