Evan Longoria will join Rays Hall of Fame in 2026
May 21, 2025 - The Tampa Bay Rays announced Wednesday that Evan Longoria will enter the team's Hall of Fame in 2026 when they return to Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg. Longoria will sign a one-day contract before a June 7 game against the Miami Marlins at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa and officially retire as a Ray. A longtime fan-favorite, Longoria earned the 2008 American League Rookie of the Year Award, three All-Star appearances, a Silver Slugger award and a bronze statue outside of the Trop. The Rays will release additional information regarding his induction ceremony before the 2026 season.