CHRIS MAZZA NEWS

Rays rout White Sox 9-0, take 2 of 3 in series; Archer hurt

Backup catcher Francisco Mejía had a three-run double, five Tampa Bay pitchers combined on a seven-hitter, and the Rays beat the Chicago White Sox 9-0 in a matchup of AL division l...

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brought back from minors The Rays recalled Mazza from Triple-A Durham on Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact One day after being optioned to Triple-A, Mazza is eligible to rejoin the Rays after designated hitter Nelson Cruz (illness) was placed on the COVID-19-related injured list Sunday. Mazza, who covered two scoreless frames in relief in Friday's series opener with the White Sox, should be available out of the bullpen Sunday.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rays place Cruz on COVID-19 injured list; Archer, Choi exit

The Tampa Bay Rays have placed slugger Nelson Cruz on the COVID-19 injured list

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent back down Mazza was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Saturday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Mazza was called up by the Rays on Friday, and he tossed two scoreless innings in the series opener against the White Sox. He has a 3.73 ERA and 1.16 WHIP in 31.1 innings with the minor-league club this year, and his demotion will help make room for right-hander David Hess, whose contract was selected Saturday.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Rays Mazza was called up from Triple-A Durham on Friday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Mazza has bounced on and off the big-league roster this season but has failed to impress in his 19 innings at the highest level. He's struggled to a 6.16 ERA and 1.42 WHIP while striking out just 17.9 percent of opposing batters. He'll likely fill a low-leverage role during his time with the team, with Dietrich Enns heading to Durham to clear space in the bullpen.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Durham The Rays optioned Mazza to Triple-A Durham on Tuesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mazza will surrender his spot in the Tampa Bay bullpen to Dietrich Enns, whose contract was selected from Durham in a corresponding move. During his multiple stints in the big leagues this season, Mazza has mostly served as a low-leverage reliever. Over 10 appearances, Mazza has coughed up 13 earned runs on 20 hits and seven walks across 19 innings.

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Rays Mazza was recalled from Triple-A Durham on Thursday, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

Impact Mazza was sent down last week, but he'll now rejoin the major-league club after Pete Fairbanks (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day IL on Thursday. The right-hander has posted a 6.60 ERA in 15 innings this year, but he's tossed 6.1 scoreless innings across his last three appearances.

JULY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned back to Durham Mazza was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Thursday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Mazza was recalled by the Rays on Wednesday, so his latest stint with the club was short-lived. However, he pitched well in Thursday's contest, throwing 2.2 scoreless innings while striking out three and allowing only one walk. Mazza could be a bullpen piece for the Rays down the stretch, particularly if they are forced to deal with injuries.

JULY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Meadows 2-out, 2-run single in 9th, Rays beat Orioles 5-4

Austin Meadows hit a two-out, two-run single in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Tampa Bay Rays rallied past the Baltimore Orioles 5-4

JULY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moves up to big club Tampa Bay recalled Mazza from Triple-A Durham on Wednesday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Mazza will add some length to the Tampa Bay bullpen, but his usage will likely be limited to low-leverage or mop-up spots. The 31-year-old right-hander previously made seven appearances for the big club, posting an 8.03 ERA and 1.62 WHIP across 12.1 innings.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to minors Mazza was optioned to Triple-A Durham following Wednesday's loss to the White Sox, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

Impact Mazza was recalled from Triple-A prior to Wednesday's contest and will return there after striking out the only two batters he faced. The 31-year-old has surrendered 11 runs with a 5:4 K:BB across 12.1 innings for Tampa Bay this season.

JUNE 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Grandal's single in 10th gives White Sox 8-7 win over Rays

Yasmani Grandal hit a game-ending RBI single in the 10th inning and the Chicago White Sox beat Tampa Bay 8-7, taking two of three from the Rays in a matchup of division leaders

JUNE 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rejoins Tampa Bay The Rays recalled Mazza from Triple-A Durham on Wednesday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Mazza will provide the Rays with another multi-inning option out of the bullpen in the short term after Collin McHugh was placed on the COVID-19-related injured list in a corresponding move. Over his prior six relief outings with Tampa Bay this season, Mazza covered 11.2 innings and allowed 11 earned runs on 16 hits and four walks.

JUNE 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Activated and optioned Mazza (shoulder) was reinstated from the injured list and optioned to Triple-A Durham on Saturday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Mazza missed just shy of a month with shoulder inflammation. He bounced on and off the big-league roster before suffering the injury, so it's no surprise to see him head to the minors for now.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rays to face Blue Jays on the road

The Rays will start Tyler Glasnow on Friday while the Blue Jays have yet to decide who will get the start

MAY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kremer scheduled to start as Baltimore hosts Tampa Bay

The Rays will start Rich Hill on Thursday and the Orioles are expected to counter with Dean Kremer

MAY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Orioles, streaking Mullins set for matchup against Rays

Orioles, streaking Mullins set for matchup with Rays

MAY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Zunino, Rays hit 5 HRs, blast Orioles 13-6 to win 5th in row

Mike Zunino hit two home runs and the Tampa Bay Rays connected five times in all, hammering the Baltimore Orioles 13-6 Tuesday night for their fifth straight win

MAY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rehab assignment forthcoming Mazza (shoulder) is expected to report to Triple-A Durham this week, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mazza will likely pitch in simulated games in Durham or begin a rehab assignment with the affiliate after his right shoulder checked out fine during his most recent bullpen session. Whenever he's activated from the 10-day injured list, 31-year-old won't necessarily have a spot waiting for him with the big club.

MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stroman expected to start for the Mets against Rays

The Mets will start Marcus Stroman on Sunday while the Rays are expected to counter with Josh Fleming

MAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tampa Bay hosts New York, aims to build on Glasnow's solid outing

Tampa Bay looks to follow up a strong showing by Friday starter Tyler Glasnow

MAY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New York visits Tampa Bay, looks to build on Walker's strong outing

New York looks to follow up a dominant outing by Wednesday starter Taijuan Walker

MAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Completes bullpen session Mazza (shoulder) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session Thursday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Rays manager Kevin Cash indicated Mazza felt good during the throwing session, so the right-hander should be ready to ramp up for a more extended bullpen session within the next few days, or face hitters in live batting practice. Considering the extent to which he's struggled with the big club this year, Mazza could be optioned to Triple-A Durham upon activation.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cole expected to start for the Yankees against Rays

The Yankees will start Gerrit Cole on Wednesday and the Rays are expected to counter with Collin McHugh

MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Montgomery, Yankees to face Patino, Rays

The Yankees will start Jordan Montgomery on Tuesday and the Rays are expected to counter with Luis Patino

MAY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS