Rays superfan with Down syndrome gets surprise trip to World Series

Winter Haven’s Ellis Allanson loves the Rays  In his words, he’s the “biggest fan in the world.” And that’s what made a surprise over the weekend so special. His parents surprised him at work with tickets to see his favorite team in person: Game Four of the World Series.

World Series matchup: A battle of payroll philosophies

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ payroll this season is $107.91 million, second in the majors only to the Yankees. The Tampa Bay Rays, on the other hand, spend only a fraction of that: Only $28.29 million.  That’s 28th out 30 teams. 

Few fans, masked umps, muted celebrations as World Series kicks off

A World Series like no other opens Tuesday night with Clayton Kershaw’s Los Angeles Dodgers pursuing redemption, Kevin Kiermaier’s Tampa Bay Rays seeking acclaim and Major League Baseball relieved just to reach the championship of the pandemic-delayed season.

ALCS collapse averted, Rays now prep for Dodgers in World Series

A Game 7 loss in the AL Championship Series wouldn't have changed how Tampa Bay general manager Erik Neander feels about the Rays. Their 4-2 win over Houston on Saturday night sure changed how Neander felt waking up Sunday, though.

World Series watch party planned for St. Pete Pier

The World Series may be taking place in Texas, but Tampa Bay Rays fans can get a waterfront seat to watch Game One tomorrow. The new St. Pete Pier is hosting a watch party just blocks from Tropicana Field.