Princeton is the first Rays affiliate to start its postseason this month
Thursday, the Princeton Rays start their search for their second Appalachian League title in the team's 28-year history. This is the first time the franchise, which has been affiliated with the Rays for Tampa Bay's entire existence, has reached the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.
In 2014, Princeton lost two games and was eliminated. Its task will be difficult again this season against the Pulaski Yankees, the league's best team. In their first season back in the Appy League, the Yankees rolled to a league-best 45-23 record, beating Princeton for the East division title by eight games.