This year, the standings are looked at differently as the Rays face the reality of being eliminated from the AL East race and their playoff streak ending.
The intriguing views this season focus on extending streaks like plus-.500 finishes and avoiding last place, with implications for their draft position.
With rivalry games against the Red Sox on the horizon, the Rays look to not only disrupt their rivals' playoff hopes but also salvage their season.
With no playoff contention, the Rays ponder whether to finish strong or strategically lose for better draft lottery odds in coming seasons.
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