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Still riding the high from this past series but started thinking about our ALCS roster. One, I haven’t seen any word on Mcclanahan so I’m gonna assume he’s done. Still with it being a 7 game series I’m also gonna assume we activate an extra pitcher meaning either Williamson or Mateo will be the casualty. Even then, what pitcher do we activate? Manny, Hopkins, Mcclanahan (if healthy)? Remove Matz for one of those as well if they’re more healed? In a 7 game series we’re gonna need someone out of the pen to eat innings at some point

So the festivities with Longo this past weekend got me thinking: who’s next in line for jersey retirement with the Rays? 2 names came to mind (leaving out Junior for now since he’s still so young).

First, Yandy Diaz. Already top 5 in basically all offensive stats in Rays history. If he can continue his pace for another 3 years then I think he’ll force the hand. HOT TAKE: although his WAR won’t be there due to being a DH, if Yandy can continue on his pace for another 5 years there will be a very real HoF argument.

Second, Kevin Cash. Already the winningest coach in franchise history from a counting perspective and a percentage perspective. A World Series would guarantee it but I think just another division or 2 may cement him in the rafters.

Idk, bored All Star break shower thoughts.