Marc Topkin

The Rays chose to have Franco see what it takes to win in October as a member of the postseason taxi squad rather than get him games reps at instructional league.

Randy Arozarena used a simple approach to perform like the best player on the planet in late September and in the postseason.

The 23rd-round righthander went from an afterthought minor league Rule 5 pick to a big leaguer.

The righthander has turned up his maturity level, earning a place at the Rays’ alternate training site.

The speedy middle infielder embraces a new role in center field to expand the ways he can potentially impact the big league club.

Having missed two years to two surgeries, Honeywell is confident he can get on a mound this year for the first time since 2017.

The speedy middle infielder’s Rays tenure got off to a rocky start, but Tampa Bay expects him to be a long-term asset.

The small-budget Rays still win big, the culmination of several years of hard work throughout all facets of the organization.

A winter of preparation paved the way for a healthy season for Padlo, who shined on both sides of the ball in the upper minors.

The 2018 first-rounder has the wide repertoire to start. The questions will be executing pitches and managing effort level.

Initially skeptical of serving as both a position player and pitcher, Cronenworth relented and now looks forward to life as a two-way player.

Even at the tender age of 18, Franco doesn’t shy away from the lofty expectations that come with being the game’s No. 1 prospect.

Ryan learned a new cutter grip while playing catch with a Rays big leaguer who was rehabbing in the Florida State League.

The Rays targeted Jones for his speed and all-around potential, but perhaps the player and team were fated to be together.

Being a lefty-hitting shortstop who had hit .370 at Triple-A wasn’t even the most intriguing development for Cronenworth this season.

Lowe’s improbable journey from the 13th round to the big leagues was made possible by improved power and defense.

The notoriously serious McKay learns to lighten up—but he remains serious about reaching the majors as a two-way player.

The unique stylings of the 25-year-old lefthanded reliever yield unique results, including a minuscule ERA and opponent average.

The Rays’ top pitching prospect enters the year targeting May or June for his return from Tommy John surgery.