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Do the Rays have a pitching depth problem?

The baseball calendar doesn’t let you enjoy much time off after the final out in the World Series is recorded, but after coming up just short of their first World Series title, the Rays have a lot of work to…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 12:26 PM
Do the Rays have a pitching depth problem?
Key Things to Know
  • The Tampa Bay Rays face major pitching depth questions following their World Series defeat.
  • Nick Martinez declined a $20 million mutual option for 2027 to become a free agent.
  • Martinez will receive a $4 million buyout after posting a 15-win season for the Rays.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Tampa Bay Rays face significant starting pitching depth questions heading into the offseason following their World Series loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in five games. Key rotation arms Freddy Peralta and Nick Martinez are entering free agency, leaving the American League champions with critical decisions to address their rotation.

Martinez officially declined a $20 million mutual option for 2027 to enter free agency with a $4 million buyout after a 15-win campaign. Peralta is also set to become an unrestricted free agent for the first time, complicating Tampa Bay's pitching outlook despite their core returning.

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