Bradford, Springer become free agents
(Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:42:00 EDT)
Rays relievers Chad Bradford and Russ Springer filed for free agency on Friday, the second day that eligible players could officially declare their intentions to test the market.

Percival files for free agency
(Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:20:00 EDT)
Troy Percival filed for free agency on Thursday, the first day eligible players could officially declare their intentions to test the market.

Seven Rays in mix to become free agents
(Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:55:00 EDT)
Major League Baseball crowned a new champion Wednesday night, and Thursday morning it was back to business as it marked the first day players could file for free agency. Seven Rays players are in the mix to become free agents.

Rays land Chavez, bid farewell to Iwamura
(Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:26:00 EDT)
The Rays picked up right-hander Jesse Chavez in a deal in which they sent veteran infielder Akinori Iwamura to the Pirates.

Inbox: Can Rays compete in AL East?
(Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:02:00 EDT)
Will the Rays compete in the AL East again? What happened to James Shields this season? Beat reporter Bill Chastain looks at these and other questions in the latest Inbox.

Rays add three Minors coordinators
(Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:59:00 EDT)
Three Minor League coordinators have been added to the Rays' organization for the 2010 season it was announced Thursday.

Rays outright Richard to Triple-A
(Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:39:00 EDT)
The Rays outrighted veteran first baseman Chris Richard to Triple-A Durham on Friday. Richard can opt for free agency if he chooses not to accept the assignment.

Crawford honored for defensive prowess
(Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:50:00 EDT)
Rays star Carl Crawford has been selected as the top defensive left fielder in the big leagues by a panel of experts in the The Bill James Handbook 2010.

Rays will be a great value again in '10
(Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:00:00 EDT)
After being named by ESPN the Magazine as "the most affordable team in professional sports" in 2009, the Rays will once again give fans plenty of bang for their buck next season.

Rays lock up Kapler for one more year
(Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:47:00 EDT)
Gabe Kapler will be back with the Rays in 2010 after signing a one-year deal worth $1.05 million, the Rays announced on Tuesday.

Ashley's walk-off slam lifts Dogs
(Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:15:00 EDT)
Rays prospect Nevin Ashley hit a walk-off grand slam and the A's Grant Desme homered for the fifth straight game as Phoenix beat Mesa, 9-5, on Monday.

Tuskers bring UFL football to the Trop
(Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:42:00 EDT)
Brooks Bollinger and the Florida Tuskers worked out at the home of the Rays Wednesday morning in advance of their United Football League game against the Las Vegas Locomotives at Tropicana Field on Friday night.

Inbox: Will Howell take over as closer?
(Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:48:00 EDT)
Will J.P. Howell take over as closer? Is their an alternative to the right-field platoon? Beat reporter Bill Chastain examines these and other questions in the latest Inbox.

Shelton named Rays hitting coach
(Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:31:00 EDT)
Derek Shelton was named the Rays' new Major League hitting coach on Wednesday.

Inbox: Do the Rays need bullpen help?
(Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:40:00 EDT)
In this week's inbox, Rays beat reporter Bill Chastain fields questions regarding the Rays' bullpen needs and perhaps whether Billy Wagner could find a home with the Rays.

Rays help kids design dream playground
(Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:37:00 EDT)
Rays personnel and the cheer team on Thursday hosted activities for youngsters, who will be the recipients of a playground built before their eyes on Dec. 4 by the Rays, Tampa Metropolitan YMCA and organizers of KaBoom.

Rays to stay busy during the offseason
(Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:28:00 EDT)
After a history-making 2008 season, the Rays couldn't recapture that magic to vault them back to the postseason in '09. But that doesn't mean the Rays' operations have currently shut down.

Rays announce Spring Training schedule
(Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:29:00 EDT)
The 2009 postseason isn't over yet, but the Rays already know when their first taste of 2010 will be. Spring Training will officially start on Feb. 19 when pitchers and catchers report to Port Charlotte, Fla.

Gorgen, Talbot getting shots in AFL
(Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:59:00 EDT)
Seven Rays prospects are playing for the AFL's Desert Dogs. Among them are Matt Gorgen, who may be a Major League closer one day, and Mitch Talbot, who is getting innings in.

Inbox: Rays to work on situational hitting?
(Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:23:00 EDT)
In this week's inbox, Rays beat reporter Bill Chastain fields questions regarding the Rays' situational hitting, the Scott Kazmir trade and signing Pat Burrell.