Richie Palacios is making the most of his opportunity with the Tampa Bay Rays. With Gavin Lux beginning the season on the injured list due to a right shoulder impingement, Palacios made the Opening Day roster. Before Opening Day, it seemed likely Lux would return to his role upon activation, but now Palacios’ success may make it difficult to take him out of the lineup. In 39 at-bats this season, Palacios is hitting .256 with a .412 on-base percentage and a .771 OPS. He has recorded one home run, one double and eight walks. He’s shown patience at the plate in his opportunities, continuing to prove he shouldn’t lose his spot once Lux returns from the IL. Richie Palacios stepping up for Rays Apr 1, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Tampa Bay Rays left fielder Richie Palacios (1) yells out instructions to his teammate during the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.…