"The Rays starters have a 3.16 earned run average that ranks third in MLB behind the Yankees' and Dodgers' rotations. Each of Drew Rasmussen, Shane McClanahan and offseason signees Nick Martinez and Steven Matz have been good to excellent."
"Griffin Jax has opened his two most recent appearances. They weren't true 'starts,' as he was pulled by design in the third inning of each. Jax built up to 45 pitches across 2 2/3 frames on Saturday against the Giants."
"Jax was a starter throughout his minor league career and started 14 of 18 appearances as a rookie for the Twins in 2021. He struggled to a 6.37 ERA that season and moved fully to the bullpen in year two."
"Mason Englert, who has come out of the bullpen for all but three of his appearances, is also being considered for a potential starting role."
The Rays have achieved a 22-12 record, ranking second in the American League. Their pitching rotation boasts a 3.16 earned run average, ranking third in MLB. Key pitchers include Drew Rasmussen, Shane McClanahan, Nick Martinez, and Steven Matz. Ryan Pepiot's season-ending hip injury leaves the fifth spot open, with relievers Griffin Jax and Mason Englert being considered for starting roles. Jax has been building up his pitch count and experimenting with new pitches, while Englert has primarily pitched from the bullpen.
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