With the best record in baseball at 20-5, the Tampa Bay Rays continue to perfect the recipe for a recipe for success that does not break the bank.
Ranked 28th out of 30 teams with a payroll of just under $74M, the Rays have built a winning culture that started when former manager Joe Maddon took over in 2006 and has continued all the way to the watch of current manager Kevin Cash.
With one of the best scouting departments and farm systems in baseball the Rays front office has found gems on repeat, whether it be through the draft, free agency or trades.
Prime examples are outfielder Harold Ramirez and reliever Jason Adam, both castoffs who have shined since joining Tampa Bay.
With an offense led by Randy Arozarena, Wander Franco and Brandon Lowe, the Rays boast the best in the bigs in numerous statistical categories including batting average, home runs and RBI.
Setting a modern-era record by hitting a home run in each of their first 22 games, the Rays boast a balanced attack up and down the lineup.
