Rays have clinched their 3rd consecutive playoff spot. For context, this is an incredible accomplishment, worthy of celebration, and not something we should take lightly:
In a few innings, the Rays will likely clinch a playoff berth for the third year in a row. Teams that have never made the playoffs three years in a row:
Mets
Marlins
Expos/Nationals
Reds
Padres
Diamondbacks
Rockies
White Sox
Mariners— Tyler Kepner (@TylerKepner) September 22, 2021However, the team clearly has loftier goals in mind. Next up, it’s the AL East title. The current magic number is 4, with the Rays set to face the Miami Marlins at the Trop for the last 3 regular-season home games of 2021.