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Rays vs A's Preview: Can Oakland Survive the Injuries? | Beatline Athletics
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The Athletics (61-91) face the Tampa Bay Rays (91-59) in a crucial late-season preview. With nine players on the IL including Brent Rooker and Edwin Uceta, Oakland's roster is decimated.
Key players discussed include Lawrence Butler, whose power surge offers hope, and Jeff McNeil, who must provide steady offense. The Rays' recent five-game winning streak, highlighted by Junior Caminero's walk-off homer, poses a massive challenge.
We analyze the pitching probables, the impact of Ryan Lasko's release from the…
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