Jacob Waguespack has signed a one-year, $1.3 million deal with the Rays, featuring a club option for 2026 that could rise to $2 million based on performance metrics. The 31-year-old made his MLB debut with the Blue Jays in 2019, recording a 5-5 record and a 4.38 ERA. After playing in Japan for two seasons, he returned to the majors with Tampa Bay in 2024. Despite making the opening day roster, Waguespack struggled with a shoulder injury, limiting him to 10 innings and a 5.40 ERA for the year.

Jacob Waguespack stepped up for the Tampa Bay Rays, making his first MLB start since 2019 against the Giants. He allowed one unearned run in four innings and held the Giants hitless with runners on base. His strong pitching performance helped the Rays secure a 2-1 win.

Jacob Waguespack and the Tampa Bay Rays' bullpen pitched a strong game, allowing only one run against the San Francisco Giants in a 2-1 victory.

Jacob Waguespack gave up a two-run homer to Kris Bryant in the eighth inning, contributing to the Rays' loss to the Rockies at Coors Field.

Jacob Waguespack gave up a decisive 422-foot homer to Kris Bryant in the eighth inning, contributing to the Rockies' wild 10-7 victory over the Rays.