Griffin Jax details transition to Tampa Bay starting rotation

Pitcher discusses move to rotation and 2.89 ERA.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 101 min read

Griffin Jax has moved from the bullpen to Tampa Bay's rotation, pitching to a 2.89 ERA as a starter! The @RaysBaseball Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: Griffin Jax has transitioned from the bullpen to the Tampa Bay rotation, posting a 2.89 ERA in his new role as a starter. He discussed the change and his relationship with pitching coach Kyle Snyder, emphasizing his goal to keep a reliever mentality despite the increased workload.

Why it matters: The successful transition provides crucial stability for a rotation that has helped drive a 54-36 season record. Maintaining his aggressive bullpen mindset allows him to attack hitters effectively over longer outings.

By the numbers: Tampa Bay is 54-36 this season, averaging 4.5 runs scored while allowing 4.1 per contest. Jax has recorded a 2.89 ERA since joining the starting rotation.

What to watch: Watch how Jax manages the increased innings limit and physical demands in his upcoming starts.

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@MLBNetwork 2026-07-09T23:56:09.454800+00:00

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