The Tampa Bay Rays are borrowing the New York Yankees' spring training facility due to damage at Tropicana Field from Hurricane Milton. Rays reliever Pete Fairbanks humorously suggested on the Foul Territory podcast that they checked for hidden microphones left behind by the Yankees. His quip added a playful layer to the ongoing rivalry between the two teams. As they prepare to face off in the Bronx this weekend, the timing of Fairbanks' joke is particularly poignant, highlighting the strange dynamics of this competitive matchup.

While Fairbanks sidestepped whether any surveillance devices were discovered in the Yankees' locker room, his comment reflects the heightened tension and drama that characterizes their rivalry. As the Yankees gear up to face the Rays, the stakes are elevated, setting the stage for a thrilling series.