What happened: MLB Network's DeRo laid out his World Series priorities for the Tampa Bay Rays before the scheduled opener begins. The breakdown pairs the rotation with position contributors Junior Caminero and Chandler Simpson plus relief options Bryan Baker and Cam Booser.

Why it matters: Tampa Bay enters the Fall Classic after Junior Caminero homered with a World Series berth on the line following his arrival via trade. Pairing rotation depth with production from Caminero and Simpson alongside bullpen options Baker and Booser shapes how the Rays handle postseason matchups.

What to watch: The Tampa Bay Rays await the start of the scheduled World Series opener at 0-0.