PT TOMORROW: AL East—Is Taylor hitting Wall(s) in TAM?

Tampa Bay Rays

The battle between Taylor Walls (3B, TAM) and Isaac Paredes (3B, TAM) to secure the designation as the Tampa’s “primary” third baseman — to the extent there is such a thing — remains fascinating to watch. 

This had been a battle to which Walls was bringing his superior defense and ability to switch hit, while Paredes brought the “thump.” 

Then Walls had a red-hot first month of the season, and it seemed like he was trying to convince the Rays they could have their cake and eat it, too — the benefit of his defense without sacrificing much if any offense.

But while Walls continued to rack up the stolen bases in May (9-for-9 in stolen base attempts in the month, 14-for-14 on the season), he has not been able to keep up the...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Tomorrow

Brayan Rocchio has performed better since his recall than he did early on and is making a case to hang around. Plus, a look at some trade possibilities around the division.
Jul 18 2025 3:02am
Rodríguez a potential closer in SF; potential trade deadline departures in ARI; SDP rotation could use King return.
Jul 17 2025 3:05am
With Yoán Moncada on the trade block, the Angels will need to mix things up in the infield.
Jul 15 2025 3:05am
The Braves' best bet in this disappointing season may be to move Marcell Ozuna at the deadline. Plus: SPs in PHI; trade deadline showcasing at NYM; checking in on a couple farmhands in MIA; 3B in WAS; more.
Jul 14 2025 3:09am
JJ Wetherholt hasn't missed a step since being promoted to Triple-A Memphis
Jul 12 2025 3:05am

Tools