The Tampa Bay Rays despite having a losing week remained steady in the MLB power rankings.

Royals manager Matt Quatraro delivered an encouraging update prior to Monday’s matchup in Tampa Bay, indicating the club is optimistic Witt could be available within the next couple of days after participating in baseball activities,

The Kansas City Royals veteran had everything working in Monday's victory.

For the better part of two months, it seemed like every close game the Rays played went their way. They won nine of the first one-run games they played. They came out on the winning end in five of their first six extra-inning games.

The Kansas City Royals and Tampa Bay Rays open a 4-game series Monday at Tropicana Field in Tampa Bay, Florida. First pitch is at 6:40 p.m. ET.

With the Tampa Bay Rays looking to shock the MLB world, as they continue to make noise in the AL East, one piece that is looking to find a consistent role with the team is veteran pitcher Craig Kimbrel. As Kimbrel dealt with injuries to start his Rays stint, he would speak now about his experience with his new ball club.

Michael Wacha permitió una carrera en siete sólidas entradas, mientras Lane Thomas y Carter Jensen impulsaron carreras para que los Reales de Kansas City superaran 2-1

Headed toward what looked to be another quiet afternoon, Yandy Diaz’s single and DeLuca’s homer are the difference.

The Tampa Bay Rays make life very difficult for opposing teams at Tropicana Field.