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flag The Rays signed pitcher Steven Matz to a two-year, $15 million deal, hoping he returns to the starting rotation.

flag The Tampa Bay Rays have signed left-handed pitcher Steven Matz to a two-year, $15 million contract, with the deal including a $500,000 assignment bonus if he's traded. flag The 34-year-old, who posted a 6-2 record and 3.05 ERA in 53 appearances last season with the Cardinals and Red Sox, is expected to compete for a starting role during spring training. flag Matz, who spent most of 2025 in the bullpen, has expressed interest in returning to the rotation, a position he held successfully earlier in his career. flag The Rays view his command and pitch repertoire as assets for a starting role, with Matz projected as their fifth starter behind Rasmussen, Pepiot, McClanahan, and Baz. flag His performance in spring training will determine if he earns a spot on the major league roster.

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