http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Tampa Bay Rays News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7688948&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:09:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7688948&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Inbox: When will Jennings arrive? Will Desmond Jennings play for the Rays this season? What can fans expect from Pat Burrell in 2010? Beat reporter Bill Chastain looks at these and other questions in the latest Inbox. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7683334&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7683334&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Reliever, backstop on Rays' short wish list The free-agent season officially begins at 12:01 a.m. ET on Friday, and the Rays will be looking to add quality pieces to improve an already solid club. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7690832&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:45:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7690832&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Rays add three prospects to 40-man roster The Rays set their 40-man roster a day early on Thursday by adding outfielder Desmond Jennings, right-hander Jeremy Hellickson and left-hander Alexander Torres, thus ensuring none will be selected in next month's Rule 5 Draft. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7681924&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:09:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7681924&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Brignac poised for breakthrough season Reid Brignac gave Rays fans snapshots of the future this season during several stints with the Rays. Come spring, he will report to Rays camp in Port Charlotte with his first legitimate chance to make the team. Bill Chastain http://billchastain.mlblogs.com?partnerId=rss_tb Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:29:34 EDT http://billchastain.mlblogs.com?partnerId=rss_tb http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7677460&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:59:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7677460&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Rays' Montoyo wins Coolbaugh Award Triple-A Durham manager Charlie Montoyo has been named the 2009 winner of the Mike Coolbaugh Award, which is presented to an individual who has shown an outstanding baseball work ethic, knowledge of the game and skill in mentoring young players on the field. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7682546&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7682546&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Finalists selected for Stenson Award The Arizona Fall League is set to announce the winner of the annual Dernell Stenson Sportsmanship Award, an honor given to the player who best exemplifies unselfishness, hard work and leadership. Danny Wild http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7678708&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:43:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7678708&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Veteran Shouse declares free agency Brian Shouse filed for free agency on Tuesday. Earlier this month, the Rays decided not to exercise the option on the veteran left-hander, who went 1-1 with a 4.50 ERA in 45 games for the Rays in 2009. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Virtual Catalog kicks off holiday season The launching of the Virtual Catalog at the MLB.com Shop signals the official start to another season of holiday shopping. Mark Newman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7673314&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:15:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7673314&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Niemann finishes fourth in ROY vote Jeff Niemann finished fourth in the voting for the American League Rookie of the Year Award on Monday as decided by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674496&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:05:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674496&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Longoria adds Gold, Silver to mantel Despite finishing out of the money in 2009, the Rays have added to their fledgling list of postseason award winners, with Evan Longoria winning Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Awards. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7671702&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:09:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7671702&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Inbox: Will Rays shop for free agents? Will the Rays be active in the free-agent market? Or is a trade for a young catcher in the works? Beat reporter Bill Chastain looks at these and other questions in the latest Inbox. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7661554&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7661554&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Sonnanstine ready to rebound in 2010 After a rough campaign in 2009 that saw him sent to the bullpen, right-hander Andy Sonnanstine is looking make adjustments to return to his old form. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7658522&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7658522&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Longoria rakes in Silver Slugger Award Evan Longoria's work from the 2009 season continued to be rewarded on Thursday when he won the American League Silver Slugger Award at third base. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7652304&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:24:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7652304&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Worthy trio wins annual Rays honors While Major League Baseball's award season is in full bloom, it is only appropriate that Rays fans be reminded of the players voted as the team award winners in 2009. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7654710&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:28:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7654710&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Veteran Zaun files for free agency Gregg Zaun filed for free agency on Wednesday, two days after the Rays declined to exercise his option for the 2010 season. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7656226&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:03:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7656226&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Ashley continues to impress in AFL Rays catching prospect Nevin Ashley tripled twice, scored three runs and ran his hitting streak to 13 games Wednesday as Phoenix beat Scottsdale, 12-3. Robert Emrich http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7647904&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:17:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7647904&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Longoria nabs Gold Glove Award Evan Longoria's slick fielding paid off on Tuesday with a Rawlings Gold Glove Award for the Rays third baseman. By winning his first Gold Glove, Longoria became the second player in Rays history to win the award. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7645048&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:22:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7645048&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Surgery performed on Navarro, Perez Dioner Navarro and Fernando Perez have had minor surgery, and each is expected to be back to full strength by Spring Training, the Rays announced. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643996&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:12:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643996&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Isringhausen files for free agency Jason Isringhausen filed for free agency on Monday, making him the sixth Rays player to become a free agent this offseason. Bill Chastain http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7642970&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:20:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7642970&vkey=news_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb&partnerId=rss_tb Rays pick up Crawford's $10M option The Rays made several roster moves Monday, most notably exercising their $10 million option on outfielder Carl Crawford for the 2010 season. Bill Chastain