Taylor Walls went 0-for-3 with one walk and two strikeouts in the win over the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

His ongoing struggles at the plate continue to be a concern, as he holds a low .167 batting average and a disappointing .255 wOBA through five games this season. With minimal production and a high strikeout rate, Walls may find himself in a tough spot in deeper fantasy leagues unless he can turn things around quickly.

Taylor Walls is not in the Rays lineup on Monday against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Walls collected one hit and scored one run in Sunday's win over the Rockies. Jose Caballero slid over to shortstop for Monday's series opener.

Taylor Walls (quadriceps) is back in the lineup for Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Nationals, Ryan Bass of FanDuel Sports Network Sun reports.

Fantasy Impact

Walls is set to return to game action for the first time since March 8 after recovering from a quad issue. The 27-year-old is expected to handle primary shortstop duties for the Rays until Ha-Seong Kim (shoulder) is ready to return, which is projected for late May. While his bat remains a question mark, Walls' defensive ability should keep him in a regular role to begin the season.

Taylor Walls left Saturday’s Grapefruit League game with a quad injury, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Walls’ injury looks light—expected back Thursday after a strong spring (5-for-16, one extra-base hit)—stepping in as the Rays’ starting shortstop while Ha-Seong Kim (shoulder) heals. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues can slot him for early SS value; he’s a sneaky play with this gig.

The Rays and Taylor Walls have agreed to a one-year, $1.35 million deal to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

The deal includes a club option for $2.45 million in 2026. The 28-year-old will look to bounce back after posting a .183 batting average in 84 games last season.