The 2022 schedule for the Tampa Bay Rays has been released, providing fans with plenty of dates to mark on their calendars. This season’s schedule is filled with exciting matchups from start to finish and is sure to be an action-packed one for Rays fans.
Opening Day
The season kicks off on Thursday, March 31st with a home game against the Baltimore Orioles. Fans will be eager to see how the Rays’ off-season moves translate onto the field as they look to start the season off strong.
Marquee Matchups
Throughout the season, the Rays will face off against some of the toughest opponents in the league. Some of the most highly anticipated games include a three-game series against the New York Yankees from April 22nd-24th, a four-game series against the Boston Red Sox from June 13th-16th, and a three-game series against the defending World Series champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, from August 12th-14th.
Fans will also have the opportunity to witness interleague play against National League opponents, such as the Philadelphia Phillies from May 27th-29th and the San Francisco Giants from August 2nd-4th.
Additionally, the Rays will take on division rivals such as the Toronto Blue Jays, the Baltimore Orioles, and the New York Yankees throughout the season as they look to secure their spot atop the AL East.
Final Stretch
As the season winds down, the Rays will play an important stretch of games in September as they look to clinch a playoff spot. The team will play 10 of their final 13 games at home, including a three-game series against the AL East rival Boston Red Sox from September 23rd-25th.
Overall, the 2022 schedule provides plenty of excitement and anticipation for Rays fans. Be sure to mark your calendars for these marquee matchups and come out to support your team as they look to contend for another playoff spot.