Rays expect to make moves heading into series at Toronto

The Tampa Bay Rays expect the return of two players for their five-game series against the host Toronto Blue Jays that opens Thursday night.

They also will lose two pitchers.

Outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (hip inflammation) and starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen (hamstring strain) are scheduled to rejoin the active roster during the series that includes a doubleheader on Saturday.

The Rays, however, will be without relievers