Rays, minus Randy Arozarena, open series with Reds

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With the major league trade deadline fast approaching, there is a clear sense of urgency surrounding the interleague series between the visiting Cincinnati Reds and Tampa Bay Rays this weekend.

Ahead of the three-game set that starts Friday night, the Rays were sellers in a deal late Thursday night even though they are just four games out of a playoff position.

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