Majors' two top teams prepare to clash

The Yankees are a storied franchise with a massive payroll and nearly a century worth of history, the Rays are a cost-efficient upstart that would likely prefer much of its short history to be forgotten. The former is built around big plays and big-name stars. The latter has made a name for itself with small [...]

Price rides Pena's production to No. 14

David Price picked up his 14th win of the season, tied for the most in team history, as Carlos Pena drove in three early runs, and the Rays held on to beat the Tigers, 4-2, before 26,716 in Tropicana Field.
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Team chemistry Maddon's sticking point

The Rays had nothing new to report on the trade front Thursday, maintaining what executive vice president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman called the club's "stealth" approach as Saturday's Trade Deadline draws near.
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Soriano the foundation for Rays' strong 'pen

Rafael Soriano picked up his 28th save of the season, passing his career high — 27, which he recorded in 2009 with Atlanta. The right-hander has a 1.82 ERA and has failed to convert on just two of his save opportunities
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Zobrist sits, Upton may pinch-hit in finale

Ben Zobrist was still sore Thursday due to stiffness in his lower back, while B.J. Upton's availability was still up in the air because of his sprained left ankle.
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Rays upend Tigers for fifth straight win

Detroit got out to an early lead and made a valiant comeback, but the Rays held on to beat the Tigers, 7-4, for their fifth straight victory on Wednesday.
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