SHANE MCCLANAHAN NEWS

Springer 2 homers, Blue Jays beat Rays 7-1 for 4-game split

George Springer homered twice, Alejandro Kirk and Teoscar Hernández also went deep, and the AL top wild-card leading Toronto Blue Jays rebounded to spilt a key four-game series by...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rays face the Blue Jays leading series 2-1

The Tampa Bay Rays face the Toronto Blue Jays, leading the series 2-1

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Manoah, Merrifield lead Blue Jays to 3-1 win over Rays

Alek Manoah pitched seven shutout innings, Whit Merrifield hit a three-run homer and the Toronto Blue Jays regained the top AL wild-card spot with a 3-1 victory over the Tampa Bay...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

In line to start Sunday The Rays list McClanahan (neck) as their probable starter for Sunday's home game against the Blue Jays.

Impact Unless he experiences a setback with his neck while warming up Sunday, McClanahan doesn't look as though he'll have to miss a turn through the rotation after he battled the minor injury in his last start Tuesday against the Astros. The All-Star lefty has taken a step back in performance in the second half, but his 3.94 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 43:16 K:BB in 45.2 innings since the break still make him a valuable fantasy option who needs to be rostered in every format.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays bring 3-game losing streak into matchup with the Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to stop their three-game slide with a win against the Tampa Bay Rays

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wander Franco drives in 3 as Rays beat Blue Jays 10-5

Wander Franco had three RBIs, Jonathan Aranda homered and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 10-5 in the opener of a big four-game series between playoff contenders

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rays look to stop slide in matchup with the Blue Jays

The Tampa Bay Rays aim to break their three-game slide when they take on the Toronto Blue Jays

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Astros sweep struggling Rays behind Tucker, McCullers

Kyle Tucker hit a two-run homer, Lance McCullers Jr. pitched seven effective innngs and the AL West champion Houston Astros completed a three-game sweep by beating the Tampa Bay Ra...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Should make next start McClanahan (12-6) took the loss against the Astros on Tuesday after he exited with neck tightness/spasms, but he expects to make his next turn through the rotation, Tricia Whitaker...

Impact McClanahan lobbied to stay in the game but was removed for precautionary reasons, which is understandable given it was only his second start since he returned from the injured list. The 25-year-old lefty tentatively lines up to start Sunday versus the Blue Jays, though he'll likely need to throw a bullpen session before he's cleared for that outing.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shane McClanahan leaves game due to apparent injury as Rays lose again ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Time will tell which loss on Tuesday night was greater for the Rays.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Rays' Shane McClanahan pulled vs Astros with neck tightness

Tampa Bay Rays ace Shane McClanahan was pulled in the fifth inning with neck tightness during a 5-0 loss to the Houston Astros

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Managing neck issue McClanahan was diagnosed with left neck tightness/spasms after leaving Tuesday's start against the Astros, Tricia Whitaker of Bally Sports Sun reports.

Impact McClanahan appeared to be dealing with shoulder discomfort before he walked off the field with the training staff, but the initial diagnosis is a neck injury. The left-hander exited in line for the loss after he gave up five runs on five hits with four walks and three strikeouts over four innings. It's unclear whether the issue will affect McClanahan's availability for his next turn through the rotation, which tentatively lines up for Sunday versus the Blue Jays.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Photos: Rays ace takes on best in the West Shane McClanahan returns to the mound Tuesday to start against the Houston Astros, which won the AL West title after their victory over the...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • TAMPABAY.COM

McClanahan exits with team trainer in fifth ST. PETERSBURG -- In his second start back from the 15-day injured list, Rays ace Shane McClanahan exited with an apparent injury during the...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • MLB.COM

Leaves with apparent injury McClanahan was removed from Tuesday's start against the Astros with an apparent shoulder injury, Tricia Whitaker of Bally Sports Sun reports.

Impact McClanahan showed some discomfort in his shoulder during the fifth inning of Tuesday's contest, and he exited after a brief visit from the training staff. The left-hander surrendered five runs on five hits with four walks and three strikeouts prior to leaving the game. It's a concerning development for the 25-year-old, who was making only his second start since returning from a three-week absence due to a shoulder impingement.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Verlander leads AL Cy Young race: Pitching Ninja's Filthiest Pitches

Coming down the stretch, Pitching Ninja Rob Friedman focuses on the filthy stuff of the top candidates for the AL Cy Young Award.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Handles Jays in return McClanahan (12-5) allowed three hits and one walk while striking out five across five scoreless innings to earn the win Thursday against the Blue Jays.

Impact This marked McClanahan's first start since being placed on the injured list Aug. 31 with a left shoulder impingement. He was limited to only 69 pitches but was otherwise excellent, racking up 14 swinging strikes to shut down a strong Blue Jays lineup. The Rays will likely continue to play it safe with McClanahan's workload, but he's a good bet to turn in pristine ratios while on the mound. Across 152.1 innings this season, he has a 2.14 ERA and 187:31 K:BB.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shane McClanahan makes dazzling return to lead Rays past Blue Jays TORONTO — Shane McClanahan returned to the mound Thursday looking every bit healthy and over the shoulder injury that sidelined him for a co...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Rays start 9 Latin American players, rout Blue Jays 11-0

Yandy Díaz hit a three-run home run and the Tampa Bay Rays — starting an unprecedented nine Latin American players on Roberto Clemente Day — routed Toronto 11-0 on Thursday to pull...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rays make MLB history with all-Latin lineup on Clemente Day

The Tampa Bay Rays made major league history Thursday by starting nine Latin American players against the Toronto Blue Jays

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Activated for Thursday's start McClanahan (shoulder) was activated from the injured list Thursday, Tricia Whitaker of Bally Sports Sun reports.

Impact McClanahan missed three weeks with his shoulder injury, but he is ready to return to action and will jump right back into the rotation Thursday night against the Blue Jays. McClanahan has faced Toronto only once this season, and the opponent had few answers for him, as he allowed just one earned run while striking out 10 batters over 7.0 innings to pick up the win back on July 2.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto Blue Jays host the Tampa Bay Rays Thursday

The Toronto Blue Jays host the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Guerrero hits 100th homer at age 23, Blue Jays beat Rays 5-1

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit his 100th home run at age 23, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 to ensure winning a rare five-game series against a wild card rival

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rays ace McClanahan set to return from IL on Thursday TORONTO -- The Rays will get a big boost as they wrap up a pivotal five-game, four-day series on Thursday at Rogers Centre. Left-hander Shan...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • MLB.COM

Expected to start Thursday McClanahan (shoulder) is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day injured list to start Thursday's game against the Blue Jays, Tricia Whitaker of Bally Sports Sun reports.

Impact McClanahan seemed to be trending toward a brief IL stint after he threw a 50-pitch simulated game Friday and checked out fine afterward. It's not clear whether the left-hander threw a bullpen session Monday or Tuesday, but he should be ready to return to game action for Thursday's matchup. Despite his brief absence, it's possible he's on a pitch count against Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE