Tampa Bay Rays reach World Series after AL pennant run
The Rays, a small-market club, are chasing their first championship while St. Petersburg prepares to say goodbye to the team.
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What happened
The Tampa Bay Rays, described as kings of the American League, have advanced to the World Series. Reports credit a distinctive approach the club uses that rivals cannot match. As the Rays chase their first title, St. Petersburg is preparing to bid farewell to the team.
Why it matters
The run marks a major moment for the franchise, and the St. Petersburg send-off gives the city's long relationship with the team a farewell tied to the championship chase.
Coverage
- The Rays’ St. Petersburg farewell begins with a World Series (https://stpetecatalyst.com/author/coraquantum/)
- 'They trust the process no matter what': Inside the superpower that carried the Rays to the World Series (espn.com)
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