<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Devilrayshome News</title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com</link><description>Tampa Bay Rays Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[Clubhouse, like club, lacks spark ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/clubhouse-like-club-lacks-spark-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG - The starting pitching has been ineffective, the offense spotty and the defense untidy. But there has been something else missing for theRays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians-Rays Preview 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/indians-rays-preview-2300.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[B.J. Upton hit seven home runs on the Tampa Bay Rays' run to the World Series last fall, but hadn't rediscovered his power stroke in his first 28 games this season.The Cleveland Indians probably don't need any more proof that he's found it.Upton's first t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garza baffles Tribe as Rays get win]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/garza-baffles-tribe-as-rays-get-win.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Maddon is hopeful the Rays are back to playing championship-caliber baseball.B.J. Upton homered for the second consecutive day, Matt Garza pitched six effective innings and Tampa Bay beat the Cleveland Indians 4-2 on Saturday."I expect us to get back ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2302.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not time to panic yet, but the way the Rays are losing is alarming ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/not-time-to-panic-yet-but-the-way-the-rays-are-losing-is-alarming-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Henderson]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mlb-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Indians- Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[So, what's new? ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/so-what-s-new-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays' struggles against Indians continue with 11-7 setback.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2306.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rays on Friday matched the AL high for the last 50-plus years by stealing a base in their 17th straight game, matching the 2001 Yankees and 1976 A's. The only teams with longer streaks since 1954 (when records are readily available) are the 1985 Car]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2307.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton continues to show signs of coming out of his slump, notching his first homer of the season, a walk-off shot to lead off the ninth, and his second three-hit game in a span of three nights. --LF Carl Crawford returned to the Rays lineup on F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2290.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rays on Friday matched the AL high for the last 50-plus years by stealing a base in their 17th straight game, matching the 2001 Yankees and 1976 A's. The only teams with longer streaks since 1954 (when records are readily available) are the 1985 Car]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2291.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton continues to show signs of coming out of his slump, notching his first homer of the season, a walk-off shot to lead off the ninth, and his second three-hit game in a span of three nights. --LF Carl Crawford returned to the Rays lineup on F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2292.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Something had been missing for the Rays, and they think they found it Friday night. The never-say-die attitude and youthful enthusiasm the Rays played with much of last season returned Friday when they staged the largest comeback in franchise history. Dow]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians wallop Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/indians-wallop-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Indians 11]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recapturing that feeling ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/recapturing-that-feeling-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians-Rays Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/indians-rays-preview-2295.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Eric Wedge is losing patience with the Cleveland Indians' bullpen following another huge collapse.After allowing the Tampa Bay Rays to rally from a seven-run deficit to walk off with the biggest comeback in franchise history, the last-place Indian]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 8, Indians 7]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-8-indians-7.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Down seven runs, the Tampa Bay Rays never felt they were going to lose."You could see it in guys' eyes," B.J. Upton said after his ninth-inning homer capped the biggest comeback in franchise history and gave the defending AL champions an 8-7 victory over ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upton's HR caps historic Tampa rally]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/upton-s-hr-caps-historic-tampa-rally.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[B.J. Upton's ninth-inning homer off Luis Vizcaino capped the biggest comeback in Tampa Bay history and the gave the Rays an 8-7 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Friday night.The defending AL champions fell behind 7-0 before coming back with plenty of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['IT'S NOT TOO LATE' FOR RAYS ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-it-s-not-too-late-for-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Last Saturday theRays were featured on the Fox game of the week at Fenway Park in Boston. This Saturday they will be featured again as they host the Indians. Tim McCarver, Fox's longtime color analyst, called last week's game and will call Saturday's with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sonnanstine takes step back in Rays' loss ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sonnanstine-takes-step-back-in-rays-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Starter pulled before recording an out in third inning of 7-5 loss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sternberg's patience has paid off ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sternberg-s-patience-has-paid-off-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[JOE HENDERSON]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SANCHEZ'S DIVING STOP ESPN'S NO. 1 PLAY PIRATES NOTEBOOK ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sanchez-s-diving-stop-espn-s-no-1-play-pirates-notebook-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ThePirates' clubhouse still was abuzz yesterday about second baseman Freddy Sanchez's superb diving stop Wednesday on Albert Pujols, notably that it was No. 1 on ESPN's nightly "Top 10 Plays" segment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2284.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Designated hitter Pat Burrell will have missed five games before possibly returning to the lineup Sunday. Burrell has been bothered by a stiff neck for the better part of two weeks, and when it didn't respond to treatment, he underwent an MRI and an exami]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2285.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Kazmir starts Friday, convinced he is close to getting his mechanics in order. "It's getting there," he said. "It's something where you just feel comfortable and you don't even have to think about it anymore once everything's fine. Right now, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2286.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Carl Crawford said his bruised right shoulder was "a little sore, a little stiff," but he hopes to return to the lineup Friday. He left Wednesday's game in Baltimore after making a diving catch. --RHP James Shields fell to 0-3 in five career starts a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite sweet spots, Rays fail sniff test ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/despite-sweet-spots-rays-fail-sniff-test-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG - It is still early. And I promise that is the last time I will write that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Petersburg chamber to re-examine baseball ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/st-petersburg-chamber-to-re-examine-baseball-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BY AARON SHAROCKMAN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proving again this isn't 2008 ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/proving-again-this-isn-t-2008-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By JOE SMITH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAYS-ORIOLES ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SERIES SCHEDULE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2273.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kapler hits the books]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2274.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--DH Pat Burrell flew back to Florida on Wednesday to have his lingering stiff neck checked team spinal consultant Dr. Tom Tolli. Burrell sat out Tuesday's game because of the lingering stiffness, which first sidelined him April 28 and hasn't responded to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2275.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays were happy to get out of Baltimore on Wednesday. The 8-6 win capped a 4-3 divisional road trip to New York, Boston and Baltimore and ended a difficult stretch of their schedule. The Rays have played 22 of their first 35 games on the road, going 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2276.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP James Shields starts Thursday against Cleveland with the Rays needing him to work deep into the game to ease the burden on their bullpen. "We just need him to continue to be himself, and we need the other guys in the rotation to start picking up a c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scary, but satisfying ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/scary-but-satisfying-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Specialist to check Burrell's neck ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/specialist-to-check-burrell-s-neck-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians-Rays Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/indians-rays-preview-2279.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays hope Carl Crawford makes a quick recovery from a shoulder injury. Their next opponent, though, may make it easier for them to rest their star outfielder.With Crawford banged up and having struggled in recent years against the Cleveland ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays use four-run 9th to outlast Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-use-four-run-9th-to-outlast-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Troy Percival watched the Tampa Bay Rays erupt for four ninth-inning runs and knew he wouldn't be pitching in a save situation. Then the veteran closer felt stronger than he had in two years, only to almost cough up a lopsided lead.Willie Aybar hit a tieb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TRULY INSPIRING]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/truly-inspiring.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BOSTON - Listen, it's not like Jason Bay needs any special inspiration. Coming into Sunday's Fenway Park meeting with the Tampa Bay Rays, the RedSox' left fielder had four home runs and 16 RBI in his previous six games during which he was batting .360. Ba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2264.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Carl Crawford became the Rays' all-time RBI leader with a two-run double in the second inning Tuesday that gave him 451 for his career. He had been tied with Aubrey Huff, whom he literally passed on his way, as Huff was playing first for the Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2265.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--DH Pat Burrell didn't start Tuesday, and he was not used in a ninth-inning pinch-hitting situation, because of an ongoing problem with a stiff neck that first forced him to miss the April 28 game. Manager Joe Maddon said it could require further medical]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2266.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays aren't ready to take struggling right-hander Andy Sonnanstine out of the rotation. But they're not sure what to fix to make sure they don't have to. Whatever momentum and confidence Sonnanstine accrued in his impressive previous outing didn't las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sonnanstine, Rays in reverse ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sonnanstine-rays-in-reverse-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2268.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The way Baltimore's Adam Jones is hitting against them, the Tampa Bay Rays are probably grateful that after Wednesday they won't be facing their AL East rival again for a few months.Jones and the Orioles look to complete a two-game sweep of the Rays in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 7, Rays 5]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/orioles-7-rays-5.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Jones has been hitting the ball solidly all season, as evidenced by his impressive .363 batting average.As if that isn't enough, Baltimore's rapidly improving center fielder has added a jolt of power to his swing.Jones slammed two home runs for the f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones powers Orioles past Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/jones-powers-orioles-past-rays.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Jones hit two home runs for the first time in his career and drove in four runs, leading the Baltimore Orioles to a 7-5 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night.Jones hit a solo shot in the first inning and a three-run drive in the second. Bo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bay blast ignites Red Sox 5-run sixth turns tide ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bay-blast-ignites-red-sox-5-run-sixth-turns-tide-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[gbrown@repub.com]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ortiz, Bay double down ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/ortiz-bay-double-down-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[REDSOX 4, Rays 3 FENWAY PARK, BOSTON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E Tampa 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 3 7 0 Boston0 1 0 2 0 0 0 1 x 4 9 2 Winning pitcher: Ramirez (3-0). Losing pitcher: Shouse (1-1). The RedSox finished a brief homestand with a winning record last night w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlikely success ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/unlikely-success-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[REDSOX 4, Rays 3 FENWAY PARK, BOSTON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E Tampa1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 3 7 0 Boston 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 1 x 4 9 2 Winning pitcher: Ramirez (3-0). Losing pitcher: Shouse (1-1). Att: 37,759. Next up on the holiday calendar is Memorial Day and the Red]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2256.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Niemann could have been skipped Wednesday because of Monday's day off, but manager Joe Maddon said the Rays decided to stay in rotation because "we like the way it sets up after that." --RHP Matt Garza came up with another strong start against ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2257.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Gabe Kapler has not driven in a run in 45 at-bats (and is 1-for-10 with runners in scoring position). There is only one player in the majors who has more at-bats without an RBI, White Sox INF Brent Lillibridge (55). --C Dioner Navarro's .097 average ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2258.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Getting pitcher Andy Sonnanstine straightened out will make life easier for the Rays. After first throwing too many pitches over the middle of the plate and getting hit hard, and then throwing too many off the plate and walking too many, the No. 4 starter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANGELS FYI]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-fyi.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Remember that renewed emphasis on plate discipline theAngels stressed in spring training? It hasn't exactly carried over into the regular season, especially for two young players the team was focusing heavily on, Howie Kendrick and Erick Aybar.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[STETTER IS BREWERS' SPECIALIST ON CALL]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/stetter-is-brewers-specialist-on-call.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It didn't draw the headlines - those were reserved for Ryan Braun's late, go-ahead home run.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shooting from the lip Times staff writer Tom Jones offers up his Two Cents on the world of sports. ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/shooting-from-the-lip-times-staff-writer-tom-jones-offers-up-his-two-cents-on-the-world-of-sports-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Best criticism]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL now a den of thieves]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/al-now-a-den-of-thieves.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The style of the two major leagues became ingrained over the years. The American League method relied on some slugger bashing a three-run homer. If you wanted speed and strategy, that was the domain of the National League. The AL harvested runs with the d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2249.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:40:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon doesn't like it when this year's team is compared to last year, and rightfully so because it is a different group. But if this year's team expects to do as well, it is going to have to play more like last year's team. Sunday, the Rays w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2250.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:40:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Garza came up with another strong start against the Red Sox. After allowing only one run in his first two, he gave up just three (and two on sloppy defensive plays) over seven innings on Sunday. --3B Evan Longoria has what even he called a "pre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2251.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:40:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--DH Pat Burrell on Saturday attempted and stole his first base since Sept. 30, 2004, giving him six for his career. With five, he had been the "leader" for players with 1,300 career games, and is now tied with Tony Clark. --RHP Jason Isringhausen, on reh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pair of doubles help Red Sox complete the triple ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pair-of-doubles-help-red-sox-complete-the-triple-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:30:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Red Sox4Rays3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedroia incurs groin injury ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pedroia-incurs-groin-injury-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:30:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[REDSOX]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minnesota Twins' Smith, Cliburn make the case for Alexi Casilla ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/minnesota-twins-smith-cliburn-make-the-case-for-alexi-casilla-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alexi Casilla's career is in Stan Cliburn's hands at the moment, and the Rochester manager believes it's a good place to be. See, he's done this resurrection bit before.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit of 76 ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/spirit-of-76-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Red Sox Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-red-sox-preview-2242.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Evan Longoria has dominated the Boston Red Sox with his bat this season. Matt Garza has done it with his arm.It's difficult to say whom the Red Sox will be less excited to see Sunday night.Ten days after flirting with a perfect game against Boston, Garza ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longoria powers Rays to rout of Red Sox]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/longoria-powers-rays-to-rout-of-red-sox.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Red Sox are having trouble getting Evan Longoria out with runners on base. At least they have some company.Longoria homered and drove in five runs to raise his major league-leading total to 44 RBIs, leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 14-5 win over]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's send INF Joe Dillon to Rays to complete trade]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/a-s-send-inf-joe-dillon-to-rays-to-complete-trade.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland Athletics have sent infielder Joe Dillon to Tampa Bay to complete the trade that sent Adam Kennedy to the A's one day earlier.Dillon hasn't played for the A's Triple-A affiliate in Sacramento this season with a lower back injury. Oakland claim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox put up 12 in 6th ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-put-up-12-in-6th-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[rchimelis@repub.com]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bay finds spotlight again]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bay-finds-spotlight-again.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[REDSOX 7, Rays 3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixth sense still works]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sixth-sense-still-works.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's just something about the sixth inning.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixth sense still works 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sixth-sense-still-works-2248.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[REDSOX 7, Rays 3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2231.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Backup C Shawn Riggans had a setback in his rehab from right shoulder tendinitis that could delay his return extensively. Riggans felt discomfort making a throw during a rehab game Thursday and will see Dr. James Andrews on Monday. "I'm not overtly opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2232.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Pena and 3B Evan Longoria were the first teammates to reach 30 RBIs in the first 30 games of a season since Alex Rodriguez and Edgar Martinez for the Mariners in 2000, according to the Elias Sports Bureau, and are the fifth such teammates sinc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2233.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[James Shields is not among the people who consider Fenway Park America's Most Beloved Ballpark. Shields extended his personal misery at Fenway on Friday, allowing five runs in a blur of a sixth inning to turn a 3-0 lead into a 5-3 deficit. The big hits we]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Red Sox Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-red-sox-preview-2234.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Red Sox got into a groove at the plate in the sixth inning of each of their last two games. Scott Kazmir has been providing opposing lineups with an equal opportunity for success throughout his starts.Coming off another productive game, the Red]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox rally in sixth (again) to get by Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-rally-in-sixth-again-to-get-by-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Here comes the sixth inning. Here come the Red Sox.And there go the balls - singles to the infield, doubles down the line, homers over the fences.One night after scoring an AL-record 12 runs before making an out in that inning, Boston sent five across wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HE'S COMING BACK Return of Rodriguez]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/he-s-coming-back-return-of-rodriguez.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA["A" Day is finally here. Let the circus begin.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's pick up Kennedy from Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/a-s-pick-up-kennedy-from-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland Athletics have acquired infielder Adam Kennedy from the Tampa Bay Rays for a player to be named.Kennedy, the 2002 ALCS MVP while with the Angels, will be assigned to Oakland's Triple-A affiliate in Sacramento.Kennedy had been with the Rays' af]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Conlin wants you to know he was right about Ibanez ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bill-conlin-wants-you-to-know-he-was-right-about-ibanez-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (UmpBump.com delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matt Garza: Relax, Dont Do It ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/matt-garza-relax-dont-do-it-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:35:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (FITSNews For Now delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2222.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton sat out Thursday and may miss Friday's game. He had a badintestinal bug, and the Rays are concerned he might be more susceptible to muscle pulls by being dehydrated. --3B Evan Longoria had the fifth multi-homer game of his career, extendin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2223.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon has tried to avoid references to last season. But after the Rays battled back to win Thursday's game, blowing 4-0 and 6-4 leads before rallying for the final time in the ninth inning off Yankees closer Mariano Rivera, even he acknowledg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2224.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Niemann didn't allow a run in the first three innings Thursday, but he was pulled in the fourth as manager Joe Maddon was not happy with his lack of command. "If I had thought Jeff was more sharp with his command, I probably would have acted di]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A historical home run binge ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/a-historical-home-run-binge-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Red Sox ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-red-sox-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays-RedSox]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hometown Sports: Granada Little League ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/hometown-sports-granada-little-league-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GRANADA LL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Red Sox Preview 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-red-sox-preview-2228.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Red Sox are coming off a record-setting game at the plate. A matchup with James Shields gives them a good chance to continue their momentum.After a big game from a makeshift lineup, the Red Sox look to deal Shields his fifth straight loss at Fe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays get to Rivera in 9th to get past Yankees]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-get-to-rivera-in-9th-to-get-past-yankees.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carl Crawford hit the kind of home run that's becoming common at Yankee Stadium, a late shot that doomed New York to defeat.Then for good measure, Evan Longoria belted one off Mariano Rivera that's never been hit before.Crawford and Longoria connected on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Upton is hot, the other is not ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/one-upton-is-hot-the-other-is-not-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fantasy]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Conlin: Phillies rotation paying price for being ill-prepared ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bill-conlin-phillies-rotation-paying-price-for-being-ill-prepared-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[W HEN I'M KING of the World . . .]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2214.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon, despite public criticism, has not wavered in showing patience and faith in struggling center fielder B.J. Upton and catcher Dioner Navarro. His confidence was rewarded Tuesday, as each got a big hit in the Rays' 6-3 victory over the Or]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2215.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria became the first Ray in 12 seasons to win an American League Player of the Month award after hitting .369 with six home runs and 24 RBIs in 21 April games. It wasn't that much a surprise since he'd already won two of the first four Play]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2216.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite an inconsistent start, Rays officials do not plan to make any changes to the roster based on spotty performance. "I feel as confident about this group as I did when we broke camp," executive VP Andrew Friedman said.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Al Lang's future is in the bidding ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/al-lang-s-future-is-in-the-bidding-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BY CRISTINA SILVA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longoria gets honor, keeps rolling ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/longoria-gets-honor-keeps-rolling-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Yankees Preview 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-yankees-preview-2219.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Early slumps from B.J. Upton and Dioner Navarro have played a role in the slow start by the defending AL champion Tampa Bay Rays.While both players showed signs of emerging from their funks in their last game, they could have a hard time continuing to do ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upton breaks out of slump to lift Rays past Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/upton-breaks-out-of-slump-to-lift-rays-past-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If anyone could appreciate how B.J. Upton felt, it was Dioner Navarro."I feel like I haven't been contributing offensively," Upton said Tuesday after his seventh-inning double ended an 0-for-20 skid - longest of his career - and helped the Tampa Bay Rays ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2221.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HOW THE RUNS SCORED]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays slam Sox ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-slam-sox-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Longoria's second career grand slam keys big fifth.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loaded bullpen could be problem ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/loaded-bullpen-could-be-problem-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marc Lancaster]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winning feeling fades ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/winning-feeling-fades-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays can't extend winning streak as Boston unloads on Niemann for 10-6 victory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2207.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite an inconsistent start, Rays officials do not plan to make any changes to the roster based on spotty performance. "I feel as confident about this group as I did when we broke camp," executive VP Andrew Friedman said.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2208.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Carl Crawford is headed to the Hall of Fame -- at least his spikes from Sunday's game are, an acknowledgement of his modern-day record-tying six stolen bases against the Red Sox. LF Carl Crawford extended his season-opening streak of stolen bases to ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2209.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Five weeks into the season, it's still not clear what kind of season the Rays are going to have. But it seems very clear what kind of season third baseman Evan Longoria is headed for. Longoria, the reigning A.L. Rookie of the Year, is off to a tremendous ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greinke dominates again]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/greinke-dominates-again.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROUNDUP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Rays Preview 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/orioles-rays-preview-2211.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his last start, Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Matt Garza took a perfect game into the seventh inning.While it's a long shot he'll have similar results in his next outing, the Rays nonetheless can expect a strong performance if his history against the Baltimor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roberts snaps slide as O's double up Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/roberts-snaps-slide-as-o-s-double-up-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Markakis stayed hot, Brian Roberts broke out of a slump and the Baltimore Orioles stopped their recent slide.Markakis hit a three-run homer and Roberts added a two-run shot to help the Orioles stop a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2195.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Gabe Gross is expected back for Tuesday's game after going home to Alabama for the birth of his first child, a daughter Allie Lee. --LHP Brian Shouse is likely to get at least a couple games off after throwing 45 pitches on Saturday, his most in a ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2196.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite an inconsistent start, Rays officials do not plan to make any changes to the roster based on spotty performance. "I feel as confident about this group as I did when we broke camp," executive VP Andrew Friedman said.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2197.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Beating the Red Sox three out of four games was important for the Rays, who are still struggling to get on a roll this season. But how they did so was more significant as they returned to what they consider their type of baseball, and what worked for them]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox can't avoid harmful Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-can-t-avoid-harmful-rays.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays5Red Sox3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays bringing the steal back in style ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-bringing-the-steal-back-in-style-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG - The base was stolen, the crowd was cheering, the teammate was offering congratulations. And the fastest man on the field was slow to pick up on the significance of it all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trouble was afoot]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/trouble-was-afoot.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST.PETERSBURG, Fla. - One easily could dwell on the deficiencies the RedSox had in holding runners yesterday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[He allows that it's a problem]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/he-allows-that-it-s-a-problem.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[REDSOX]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawford's 6 steals ties record as Rays edge BoSox]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/crawford-s-6-steals-ties-record-as-rays-edge-bosox.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carl Crawford noticed the buzz, but had no clue what the fuss was all about.The four-time AL stolen base champion was too busy doing his job for the Tampa Bay Rays, who beat the Boston Red Sox 5-3 Sunday to win another series between the division rivals t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 5, Red Sox 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-5-red-sox-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carl Crawford slid into second base, tying a modern major league record with six stolen bases. The crowd of 32,332 roared, and the Tampa Bay Rays immediately flashed a message on the scoreboard acknowledging the feat.Everybody in the building seemed to kn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[On Baseball: Phillies' Moyer, a late bloomer, nears milestone ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/on-baseball-phillies-moyer-a-late-bloomer-nears-milestone-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sometimes you just have to sit back and marvel at Jamie Moyer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox derail Rays' resurgence ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-derail-rays-resurgence-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navarro woes mirror Rays' ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/navarro-woes-mirror-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG - For a year, all of the adjectives seemed to fit. There was no amount of praise that seemed to be an exaggeration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fastball command eludes Niemann ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fastball-command-eludes-niemann-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox-Rays Preview 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-rays-preview-2190.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tropicana Field has turned into a house of horrors lately for the Boston Red Sox, but their relentless offense has helped them already match their win total there from the 2008 regular season.They'll now try to salvage a split of their four-game set with ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 10, Rays 6]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-10-rays-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Wakefield felt fortunate after the Boston Red Sox got their offense going again Saturday night, helping the knuckleballer get another victory over the Tampa Bay Rays."It's nice to not pitch well and get a win," the right-hander said after Mike Lowell ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youkilis, Green help BoSox outslug Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/youkilis-green-help-bosox-outslug-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Lowell homered and Kevin Youkilis and Nick Green each drove in three runs to back Tim Wakefield's pitching and help the Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 10-6 on Saturday night.Wakefield (3-1) allowed five runs in five-plus innings to improve to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bad staff infection]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bad-staff-infection.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays 6, REDSOX 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays take the fifth]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-take-the-fifth.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - On a night when the RedSox truly, deeply and madly needed a long, productive and quality start, Justin Masterson appeared to be just the man for the job.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2177.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon plans to be patient even though the team has struggled through the first three weeks of the season. If and when they decide to make changes, they will have some interesting options. 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"He's g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2179.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Andy Sonnanstine was encouraged with how he worked his way through control issues (four walks, one with the bases loaded) and made in-game mechanical adjustments, minimizing the damage (just two runs on eight hits) to win his first regular-season st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox thrown for loss]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-thrown-for-loss.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays6Red Sox2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longoria was the grand marshal of this one ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/longoria-was-the-grand-marshal-of-this-one-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Rays limped into Thursday night's game mired in last place, unable to win a series in three weeks or verify that last season's magic was something more than a fluke. 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Predicted by most ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Hagen: So far, no Rays of light for AL champ Tampa Bay ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/paul-hagen-so-far-no-rays-of-light-for-al-champ-tampa-bay-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THEPhillies and Rays shared the World Series spotlight last autumn. Over the winter they shared the knowledge that, of the last six teams that had competed in the Fall Classic, only one as much as made it back to the playoffs the following year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2169.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Pena and 3B Evan Longoria tied the team record for April RBIs with 24, matching the totals posted by Fred McGriff in 1999 and Ty Wigginton in 2006. --CF B.J. Upton is in no danger of being dropped from the leadoff spot, according to manager Jo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2170.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon plans to be patient even though the team has struggled through the first three weeks of the season. If and when they decide to make changes, they will have some interesting options. In addition to starting pitching prospects David Price]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2171.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Starter Matt Garza was frustrated with his performance in his last two outings and wanted to do something about it. 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If and when they decide to make changes, they will have some interesting options. In addition to starting pitching prospects David Price]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2162.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time the Red Sox were at Tropicana Field, the Rays were beating them for the AL pennant. Now the Rays will be happy just to beat them. After wrapping up a disappointing 3-6 road trip Wednesday night at Minnesota, the Rays return to the Trop for a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2163.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton is in no danger of being dropped from the leadoff spot, according to manager Joe Maddon, despite his extended struggles. Maddon points out that Upton is still getting on base and believes he just needs more reps."I think keeping him at the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can this season get any worse? ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/can-this-season-get-any-worse-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox-Rays Preview 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-rays-preview-2165.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time the Boston Red Sox visited Tropicana Field, Matt Garza helped the Tampa Bay Rays end their season.The teams are going in opposite directions now as the surging Red Sox meet Garza and the struggling Rays on Thursday night to open a four-game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bartlett leaves game with hamstring injury]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bartlett-leaves-game-with-hamstring-injury.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Jason Bartlett left Wednesday night's 8-3 loss to the Minnesota Twins with tightness in his left hamstring.Bartlett grounded out to lead off the fifth inning. When the Rays came out to play defense in the bottom of the inning, rig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 8, Rays 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/twins-8-rays-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Kazmir can't seem to find the plate and his Tampa Bay Rays are having a devil of a time locating the mojo that made last season so memorable.Kazmir walked four and threw two wild pitches that allowed runs to score in an 8-3 loss to the Minnesota Twi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Denard Span helps get Twins running, finally ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/denard-span-helps-get-twins-running-finally-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Denard Span got a big jump in the third inning of Monday night's loss to Tampa Bay and easily stole second base. 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(Crash cymbals here.)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minnesota Twins beat Tampa Bay with run in ninth ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/minnesota-twins-beat-tampa-bay-with-run-in-ninth-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays had the right strategy - but the wrong opponent.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2154.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander James Shields has every right to be frustrated. The Tampa Bay ace has made just a few mistakes this season, but, indicative of the way the Rays aren't getting the breaks they did last year, he hasn't had much to show for it. Worse, his patter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2155.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has become one of the Rays' most effective weapons against left-handed hitters, holding them to a .125 average. "I like Nelson against lefties a lot," manager Joe Maddon said. "As much as any left-handed reliever in this league." --OF Gab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2156.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon plans to be patient even though the team has struggled through the first three weeks of the season. If and when they decide to make changes, they will have some interesting options. 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But a couple of interesting things have happened since righty Jeff Niemann ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2144.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Grant Balfour is among the pitchers feeling they are close to top form following the long 2008 season and slow-placed spring. "It's almost like I wish last year just could have kept going and not stop," Balfour told mlb.com. "You get to a point wher]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2145.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon plans to be patient even though the team has struggled through the first three weeks of the season. 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In addition to starting pitching prospects David Price]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Niemann gives Rays something to build on ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/niemann-gives-rays-something-to-build-on-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Twins Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-twins-preview-2147.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Minnesota Twins expected Francisco Liriano to be their ace, but he has already matched his loss total from 14 outings last season.The Twins hope Liriano can end his struggles Tuesday night when they continue a three-game home set against the Tampa Bay]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Niemann sends Rays to win over Twins]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/niemann-sends-rays-to-win-over-twins.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays manager Joe Maddon twice defied convention and sent pitching coach Jim Hickey to talk to starter Jeff Niemann during an at-bat.The unusual mound visits couldn't have worked out any better.Niemann got out of both jams Monday night and kept the Minneso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everybody chips in for A's win vs. Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/everybody-chips-in-for-a-s-win-vs-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND (AP) TheOaklandAthletics are starting to show signs of breaking out of their offensive slump after scuffling for the first three weeks of the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offense, Niemann control Mariners ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/offense-niemann-control-mariners-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC LANCASTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2133.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Veteran LF Carl Crawford acknowledges that the Rays' slow start has been "very" frustrating. "We're in last place," he said. "We're not off to a hot start. We have to turn it around at some point if we're thinking about doing what we did last year. We c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2134.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon plans to be patient even though the team has struggled through the first three weeks of the season. If and when they decide to make changes, they will have some interesting options. In addition to starting pitching prospects David Price]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2135.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The one thing the Rays agree on is that they're not hitting like they expected to. But they don't seem to know why, and the only course of action seems to be to stay the course. Manager Joe Maddon said he's not likely to tinker with the lineup. "I'd have ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuses, no explanations as Rays' hole grows deeper ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/no-excuses-no-explanations-as-rays-hole-grows-deeper-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Marc Topkin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Twins Preview]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-twins-preview.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After their stunning run to the AL pennant last year, the Tampa Bay Rays had thought their days at the bottom of the AL East were behind them.Instead, they're beginning to dig another hole for themselves in the division cellar.The Rays have lost five stra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's bats stay alert in easy win over Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/a-s-bats-stay-alert-in-easy-win-over-rays.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland Athletics are starting to show signs of breaking out of their offensive slump after scuffling for the first three weeks of the season.Kurt Suzuki drove in three runs, Dana Eveland pitched into the sixth inning and every Oakland starter got at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2139.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giambi, A's turn up power]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/giambi-a-s-turn-up-power.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROUNDUP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays offense remains on hiatus ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-offense-remains-on-hiatus-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Marc Topkin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maddon in it for the long haul ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/maddon-in-it-for-the-long-haul-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND, Calif. - So many of his hunches work out that occasionally you wonder otherwise, but Joe Maddon really can't see into the future.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Athletics Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-athletics-preview-2126.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland Athletics are coming off a much-needed productive game at the plate. 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"We were in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2131.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The depth the Rays talked so much about is about to be tested as theyheaded out to the West Coast hurting a bit, as backup C Shawn Riggans was on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis, CF B.J. Upton was "day to day" after leaving Sunday's game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2117.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Offense thus far has been almost an all or nothing proposition for the Rays. Friday was another good night, as the Rays scored eight runs to win. Now, the challenge is to do it more consistently. "We did a lot of good things," manager Joe Maddon said. "We]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2118.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Garza will try to tone things down when he starts Saturday, feeling he was too hyped up for his last start, a rough outing against the White Sox on Sunday. "I think I put more on that start than I have on a lot of them," Garza said. "We were in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2119.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The depth the Rays talked so much about is about to be tested as theyheaded out to the West Coast hurting a bit, as backup C Shawn Riggans was on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis, CF B.J. Upton was "day to day" after leaving Sunday's game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays show spark again, cruise against Athletics ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-show-spark-again-cruise-against-athletics-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Marc Topkin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Athletics Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-athletics-preview-2121.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays insist it's only a matter of time before they break out of their early season funk. 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"A real RBI mentality to me is a guy who is going to do what he's done the last couple of times, and that's drive the ball to right-center," Maddon said. "If the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2110.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The depth the Rays talked so much about is about to be tested as theyheaded out to the West Coast hurting a bit, as backup C Shawn Riggans was on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis, CF B.J. Upton was "day to day" after leaving Sunday's game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2111.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays are struggling, having lost four consecutive series and seven of their last nine games. They sit in last place in the AL East with a 6-10 record. Manager Joe Maddon continues to preach patience. "We're just not there yet. We're just not there," h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hernandez's 7-inning gem sends M's over Rays 1-0]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/hernandez-s-7-inning-gem-sends-m-s-over-rays-1-0.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA["King Felix" Hernandez is feeling royal in April for the first time.The Mariners' 23-year-old ace lived up to his nickname by helping his injury riddled team with a seven-inning gem on Thursday night. Ichiro Suzuki gave him the only run he needed by linin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Game thread, April 23 vs. Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/game-thread-april-23-vs-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (The Seattle Times delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some chilly day baseball with a great pitching match-up ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/some-chilly-day-baseball-with-a-great-pitching-match-up-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (News Tribune delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME UPDATES: Rays vs. Mariners, April 23rd ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/game-updates-rays-vs-mariners-april-23rd-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (News Tribune delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Athletics Preview 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-athletics-preview-2116.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays didn't fare too well on the first leg of their nine-game road trip. A trip to Oakland with Scott Kazmir on the mound might help the club get back on track.Kazmir looks to bounce back from a rough start and help the Rays change their sag]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nats put up Dukes for good deed ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/nats-put-up-dukes-for-good-deed-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By JOE HENDERSON]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays overcoming bump in the road ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-overcoming-bump-in-the-road-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trips to the West Coast no longer seem daunting.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants' value falls 5 percent in a year]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/giants-value-falls-5-percent-in-a-year.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheGiants' value fell 5 percent in the past year, the only drop among the top 10 most valuable franchises in the majors.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2102.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria had three hits and knocked in three runs Wednesday, surpassing the career 100-RBI mark in his 135th game. That's the third quickest among active players, trailing only Ryan Braun (118 games) and Albert Pujols (131). --LHP Scott Kazmir c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2103.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The depth the Rays talked so much about is about to be tested as theyheaded out to the West Coast hurting a bit, as backup C Shawn Riggans was on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis, CF B.J. Upton was "day to day" after leaving Sunday's game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2104.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon doesn't like to hold team meetings. But he loves it when the team meets to talk through things. So with the Rays struggling to a 5-9 start and not looking good, or like themselves, in doing so, he was pleased that the players held a clo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clearing air then cleaning clocks ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/clearing-air-then-cleaning-clocks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BY MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Mariners Preview 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-mariners-preview-2106.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays appeared to be struggling, but perhaps they just have opponents fooled again. The unlikely defending AL champions, the Rays have started 2009 with the same record they had in 2008.Tampa Bay seeks to win its first series since the season]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 9, Mariners 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-9-mariners-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No wonder Evan Longoria didn't know he had just bagged another milestone. With all the reigning AL rookie of the year has accomplished in his first 12 months in the major leagues it's easy to lose track.Longoria had three hits and three RBIs and Carl Craw]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Mariners Preview 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-mariners-preview-2090.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays know what it's like to go from worst to first in the American League in the span of one season. 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"Those," he said, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2093.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The depth the Rays talked so much about is about to be tested as theyheaded out to the West Coast hurting a bit, as backup C Shawn Riggans was on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis, CF B.J. Upton was "day to day" after leaving Sunday's game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2094.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Maddon managed his 500th game with the Rays on Tuesday, surpassing Larry Rothschild for most in team history. And though Maddon is not signed past this season, he hopes and expects to be with the Rays for a while. "It's an honor to manage the 500th ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road no relief for reeling Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/road-no-relief-for-reeling-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Washburn solid as Mariners get win over Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/washburn-solid-as-mariners-get-win-over-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jarrod Washburn is having fun again.Washburn tossed seven strong innings to continue his surprising start, catcher Rob Johnson had a two-run triple and the Seattle Mariners beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-2 on Tuesday night.Washburn has won his first three deci]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Happy Jarrod Day! ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/happy-jarrod-day-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 21, 2009 (The Seattle Times delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAYS RESCUE: KARMA FROM THE CONCERTS ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-rescue-karma-from-the-concerts-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays set early AL East pace]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/blue-jays-set-early-al-east-pace.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball REPORTER,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays rescue: karma from the concerts Rays rescue: karma from the concerts ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-rescue-karma-from-the-concerts-rays-rescue-karma-from-the-concerts-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By SEAN DALY]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sonnanstine feels ready to step up ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sonnanstine-feels-ready-to-step-up-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Much of Rays' strength kept in their reserves ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/much-of-rays-strength-kept-in-their-reserves-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEW-LOOK BULLPEN AWAITS HOFFMAN]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/new-look-bullpen-awaits-hoffman.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No wonder sorting out his bullpen was on Ken Macha's mind before his Miller Park debut as manager of theMilwaukeeBrewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2086.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scoring runs really isn't the Rays' problem.  The 62 they have through 13 games -- 4.8 a game -- isn't that far off from what they need to win consistently. It's how they've been scoring them -- 32 of the 62 on home runs, for a concerning 52 percent of th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2087.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Maddon on Tuesday will manage his 500th game with the Rays, surpassing inaugural skipper Larry Rothschild for most in club history.Maddon has the best winning percentage, .459, with a 229-270 record. Rothschild was 205-294 for a .411 percentage. --M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2088.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The depth the Rays talked so much about is about to be tested as theyheaded out to the West Coast hurting a bit, as backup C Shawn Riggans was on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis, CF B.J. Upton was "day to day" after leaving Sunday's game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobody should be upset by Swisher's words]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/nobody-should-be-upset-by-swisher-s-words.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Swisher said something his former skipper didn't like, but Ken Rosenthal says Ozzie Guillen is just overreacting.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2072.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tropicana Field was a safe haven for the Rays last season, who had the best home record in the majors at 57-24. But it hasn't been much of a friendly confine yet this season, as the Rays went just 2-5 in their opening homestand of the season. In contrast,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2073.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Manager Joe Maddon received his 2008 BBWAA AL Manager of the Year Award prior to Sunday's game. Maddon fell one vote short -- from Terry Pluto, of the Cleveland Plain Dealer -- of being the first unanimous selection in history. --LHP Scott Kazmir matche]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2074.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The depth the Rays talked so much about is about to be tested as theyheaded out to the West Coast hurting a bit, as backup C Shawn Riggans was on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis, CF B.J. Upton was "day to day" after leaving Sunday's game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thanks to Ibanez, Phils walk off with a win ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/thanks-to-ibanez-phils-walk-off-with-a-win-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[EARLY YESTERDAY evening, after most of his teammates had already slipped out of their uniforms and into the Sunday dusk, Raul Ibanez emerged from a set of double doors in thePhillies' clubhouse wearing gym shorts and sneakers and socks pulled up to just b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ibanez gets Phils on track]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/ibanez-gets-phils-on-track.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jayson Werth felt that Raul Ibanez deserved to go to the White House. 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They gave away everything a fan could want, except this:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[From bad to worse ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/from-bad-to-worse-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox 12, Rays 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/white-sox-12-rays-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gavin Floyd could be developing into a top-notch starter.Floyd took a shutout into the seventh inning, and Carlos Quentin and Jim Thome hit back-to-back homers as the Chicago White Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 12-2 on Sunday."He's one of the top pitchers r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Floyd's gem helps ChiSox wallop Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/floyd-s-gem-helps-chisox-wallop-rays.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gavin Floyd took a shutout into the seventh inning, and Carlos Quentin and Jim Thome hit back-to-back homers as the Chicago White Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 12-2 on Sunday.Floyd (2-1) allowed two runs, coming on Ben Zobrist's homer in the seventh, and si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox-Rays Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/white-sox-rays-preview-2064.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago White Sox struggled offensively on a season-opening six-game homestand, but are starting to swing the bats better on the road.The White Sox hope that productivity continues Sunday when they try to capture a four-game series against the Tampa B]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Konerko, Buehrle lead ChiSox past Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/konerko-buehrle-lead-chisox-past-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The White Sox used solid pitching and the long ball to overcome a shortage of hits with runners in scoring position.Paul Konerko homered and drove in three runs, Mark Buehrle pitched effectively into the seventh inning and Chicago beat the Tampa Bay Rays ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Yankee Stadium a hitter's paradise]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/new-yankee-stadium-a-hitter-s-paradise.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aerodynamics and putrid pinstripe pitching have turned the new Yankee Stadium into a deadly den of dingers, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morning Box Score: Rays Slam Sox ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/morning-box-score-rays-slam-sox-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 18, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays looking for new talent in land of soccer]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-looking-for-new-talent-in-land-of-soccer.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays are hoping a few Brazilians can handle a bat better than they kick a soccer ball.Convinced that this nation of 190 million people is loaded with untapped baseball talent, the Rays are looking to break into the land of soccer by becoming]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offense blamed in Rays' 3-2 loss ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/offense-blamed-in-rays-3-2-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC LANCASTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2070.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of the keys to the Rays season is the depth and quality of players they have on their bench. 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"Everybody has their own stuff that they're going through, wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spooked at an old haunt]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/spooked-at-an-old-haunt.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Thome's hotel television changed channels three times Friday afternoon -- by itself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2057.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of the keys to the Rays season is the depth and quality of players they have on their bench. Manager Joe Maddon makes a point to keep them fresh, using them as often as he can and sometimes in different roles. Friday it paid off when he used hot-swing]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2058.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria returned to the Rays lineup Friday after missing two games to return to California following a death in his family, and extended his season-long hitting streak to nine games. "Everybody has their own stuff that they're going through, wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2059.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of manager Joe Maddon's primary goals the first week of the season was to get a better feel for new relievers Joe Nelson and Brian Shouse. 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And after seeing them both get key outs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zobrist's slam lifts Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/zobrist-s-slam-lifts-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By JOE SMITH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox-Rays Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/white-sox-rays-preview-2061.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time Scott Kazmir squared off against Mark Buehrle, the Tampa Bay Rays took control of the teams' AL division series.The two ace left-handers will meet for the first time since that encounter when the Rays (5-6) and Chicago White Sox (5-5) contin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays down White Sox to end 3-game skid]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-down-white-sox-to-end-3-game-skid.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays insisted there was nothing wrong with their offense that some timely hitting wouldn't solve.Down three runs and facing the prospect of a four-game losing streak at home for the first time in more than a year, the AL champions rallied Fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2063.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2047.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of manager Joe Maddon's primary goals the first week of the season was to get a better feel for new relievers Joe Nelson and Brian Shouse. He needed to figure out how best to use them, and when best to use them. And after seeing them both get key outs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2048.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So far, no good. The Rays' biggest priority in the offseason was to improve their offense, and they felt pretty good about it with the signings of Pat Burrell and Gabe Kapler, plus the return of a healthy B.J. Upton. But 10 games into the season, the Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2049.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Manager Joe Maddon was ejected Thursday for arguing when the umpires decided a foul ball hit Chicago's Jermaine Dye's front foot. It was the 10th time Maddon has been ejected in his three-plus seasons with the Rays. --The Rays' streak of 12 consecutive ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2050.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Giveaway]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Punchless bats ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/punchless-bats-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox-Rays Preview 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/white-sox-rays-preview-2052.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After winning the 2005 American League Cy Young Award, Bartolo Colon spent most of his time away from the mound, enduring injuries and even a suspension.The White Sox's burly right-hander began this season by showing his old form, and will look for anothe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ChiSox edge Rays in battle of AL powers]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/chisox-edge-rays-in-battle-of-al-powers.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ozzie Guillen doesn't know what it is about Tropicana Field. His Chicago White Sox just don't seem to be able to score a lot of runs in the domed stadium.Even on a night when they had 14 hits, including Jermaine Dye's two-run homer that highlighted a 3-2 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays manager Maddon ejected]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-manager-maddon-ejected.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay manager Joe Maddon was ejected during the sixth inning of Thursday night's game against Chicago for arguing an umpire's decision.Maddon contended that the White Sox's Jermaine Dye hit a grounder fair to third base rather than fouled the ball off]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays seeking for new talent in land of soccer]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-seeking-for-new-talent-in-land-of-soccer.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays are hoping a few Brazilians can handle a bat better than they kick a soccer ball.Convinced that this nation of 190 million people is loaded with untapped baseball talent, the Rays are looking to break into the land of soccer by becoming]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free rings go for $125 ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/free-rings-go-for-125-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BY EMILY NIPPS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2040.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Pena received his Gold Glove award before Wednesday's game, the first won by a Ray. "He deserved it," manager Joe Maddon said. "Last year he was spectacular." --RHP Jeff Niemann makes his second start Thursday, having struggled immensely in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2041.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of manager Joe Maddon's primary goals the first week of the season was to get a better feel for new relievers Joe Nelson and Brian Shouse. He needed to figure out how best to use them, and when best to use them. And after seeing them both get key outs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2042.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen that was such a strength for the Rays last season has been a problem so far this season. The numbers are ugly, with two losses, a blown save, a 5.63 ERA and 36 baserunners in 24 innings. Troy Percival has a 10.80 ERA, Dan Wheeler 12.00 and Gra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nady's injury rocks Yanks' outfield]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/nady-s-injury-rocks-yanks-outfield.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfield was supposed to be an area of strength for the Yankees. Xavier Nady's injury makes it dangerously thin, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox-Rays Preview 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/white-sox-rays-preview-2044.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been a little more than six months since the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Chicago White Sox to win the first playoff series in the club's initial postseason appearance.With both setting their sights on a return trip to the playoffs, they'll meet Thursday ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees 4, Rays 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yankees-4-rays-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The road-weary New York Yankees headed to their new home feeling pretty good about themselves.That's what winning five of seven following an ugly start to a nine-game road trip can do to spirits."I told you our season wasn't over after two games," captain]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2046.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kalas' son recalls final meeting ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/kalas-son-recalls-final-meeting-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON - The impulse was not a typical one for Todd Kalas. A broadcasting job with the Tampa Bay Rays and life in Tampa kept Harry Kalas' eldest son busy, and he did not often appear unannounced at thePhillies' spring-training facility in Clearwater, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2031.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays manager Joe Maddon considered it a preview of what's to come in the rugged AL East, a fierce battle of starting pitchers. On Tuesday night, his starter, Matt Garza, was very good, allowing only two runs over seven innings and striking out nine. But t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2032.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Veteran OF Gabe Kapler had an interesting and honest take on being struck out Monday by Yankees infielder/outfielder-turned-reliever Nick Swisher: "I've always been lost when a reporter asks me what my most embarrassing moment was because I never know]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2033.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of manager Joe Maddon's primary goals the first week of the season was to get a better feel for new relievers Joe Nelson and Brian Shouse. He needed to figure out how best to use them, and when best to use them. And after seeing them both get key outs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Squeezed out in all the hoopla ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/squeezed-out-in-all-the-hoopla-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By LUIS PEREZ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2035.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Xxxxxxx]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fun ends when the game begins ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fun-ends-when-the-game-begins-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Rays Preview 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yankees-rays-preview-2037.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Before the New York Yankees go home to celebrate the opening of their lavish new $1.5 billion stadium, they would like to secure a winning road trip.The Yankees will try to accomplish that behind veteran starter Andy Pettitte on Wednesday in the finale of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees 7, Rays 2 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yankees-7-rays-2-2038.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coming off an embarrassing loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, the New York Yankees needed a lift from A.J. Burnett.The free-agent catch gave them that - and more - Tuesday night, flirting with a no-hitter before settling for a 7-2 victory over the AL champions t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2021.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After pre-game ceremonies Monday to raise the championship banners and Tuesday to give out their AL rings, the Rays want to move on and concentrate on this season. But much of what they are doing right this season is very reminiscent of last year. "Honest]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2022.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson's rental apartment isn't available until Wednesday, so he is living with RHP Troy Percival for a few days at his Clearwater condo. "It's like being a high roller," Nelson said. "There's no turndown service, but he's got plenty of food in ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2023.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of manager Joe Maddon's primary goals the first week of the season was to get a better feel for new relievers Joe Nelson and Brian Shouse. He needed to figure out how best to use them, and when best to use them. And after seeing them both get key outs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays revel in October spirit ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-revel-in-october-spirit-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By AARON SHAROCKMAN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2025.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ranking the rings Today, theRays pass out some bling, giving their players rings for winning last season's American League pennant, while fans attending will receive replicas of the rings. The replicas, right, look cool, but we're guessing the diamonds ar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upton makes impact in return ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/upton-makes-impact-in-return-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lester, Sox can't hold Athletics at bay]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/lester-sox-can-t-hold-athletics-at-bay.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Athletics8Red Sox2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simply smashing ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/simply-smashing-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Marc Topkin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 15, Yankees 5]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-15-yankees-5.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:35:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Maddon believes his Tampa Bay Rays are talented enough to return to the postseason as long as they remain level-headed.The manager, who presided over one of the biggest turnarounds in major league history last season, likes what he's seen so far."I've]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mash unit a hit ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mash-unit-a-hit-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three homers and Garza's strong pitching give theRays another win at their former horror house.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-2013.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Ray hit four home runs Sunday, including an unexpected long drive by shortstop Jason Bartlett, a three-run blast by Ben Zobrist and a major-league leading fifth by Evan Longoria. They got a dominating pitching performance from starter James Shields, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2014.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Niemann got off to a horrible start on Saturday, but he recovered to pitch into the sixth and saved the bullpen, which already was without long man Lance Cormier. "That first inning was rough, but I thought he pitched very well after that," man]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2015.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of manager Joe Maddon's primary goals the first week of the season was to get a better feel for new relievers Joe Nelson and Brian Shouse. He needed to figure out how best to use them, and when best to use them. And after seeing them both get key outs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Party marks Rays' opener ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/party-marks-rays-opener-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Times Staff Writer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green takes opportunities as they come ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/green-takes-opportunities-as-they-come-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[REDSOX]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A 'more familiar' Rays win ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/a-more-familiar-rays-win-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BY MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Rays Preview 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yankees-rays-preview-2019.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees were one of the few teams to handle the Tampa Bay Rays last season, but it was the upstart Rays who won the AL pennant while the Yankees missed the playoffs for the first time since 1993.Now that New York has reloaded, one of baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-2020.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Indians 8,BlueJays 4]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Banners, rings, oh my! ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/banners-rings-oh-my-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By?MARC?TOPKIN???|???Times?staff?writer Monday will be a banner day as theRays raise and hang the flags commemorating their stunning 2008 AL East title and AL championship. Tuesday, the ring will be the thing as they hand out the bling marking their World]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2004.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sent to the minors last July, Adam Eaton didn't get to experience a World Series victory over Tampa Bay.On Sunday, though, the 31-year-old right-hander gets a shot at the Rays, and another opportunity to revive his career, when he takes the mound at Camde]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 6, Rays 0]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/orioles-6-rays-0.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles couldn't even win a series from the Tampa Bay Rays last season.Now that they've gotten that accomplishment out of the way, the Orioles want more.Baltimore won its second straight over the defending AL champions Saturday night, using ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mora rips grand slam as O's shut out Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mora-rips-grand-slam-as-o-s-shut-out-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Melvin Mora's third career grand slam capped a five-run first inning against Tampa Bay rookie Jeff Niemann, and the Baltimore Orioles got six shutout innings from Jeremy Guthrie in a 6-0 victory Saturday night.Nick Markakis had two hits and an RBI for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dice-K in deep trouble Matsuzaka allows 3 HRs as Sox lose again to Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/dice-k-in-deep-trouble-matsuzaka-allows-3-hrs-as-sox-lose-again-to-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[rchimelis@repub.com]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays nail Dice-K for deep 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-nail-dice-k-for-deep-3-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Morgan, the pithy former RedSox manager as opposed to the verbose current broadcaster, was fond of saying, "The worm has turned" when things began going opposite to where they usually went.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One out of three ain't good ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/one-out-of-three-ain-t-good-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays 4, RedSox 3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-2010.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Durha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-2011.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria became the second player in major-league history to have an RBI in his team's first four games of the season after winning a rookie of the year award. Bob Allison knocked in a run in Washington's first seven games of the 1960 season, ac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1994.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Durha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1995.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria became the second player in major-league history to have an RBI in his team's first four games of the season after winning a rookie of the year award. Bob Allison knocked in a run in Washington's first seven games of the 1960 season, ac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1996.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays pride themselves on doing the little things right. And when they don't, they have a much harder time winning. Friday, they were thrown out on the bases, they didn't make all the defensive plays they could have and they didn't pitch well. The poor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miscues nix Rays' grip on Orioles ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/miscues-nix-rays-grip-on-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Marc Topkin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-1998.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's only taken Evan Longoria four games to dispel any notion of a sophomore slump.The red-hot third baseman looks to help the Tampa Bay Rays start a new winning streak against the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night when the AL East rivals continue a thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles end 12-game skid against Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/orioles-end-12-game-skid-against-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles lost so many times to Tampa Bay last year, they apparently tried to purge the memory.So, after the Orioles beat the Rays 5-4 Friday night to end a 12-game skid against the defending AL champions, no one in the Baltimore clubhouse cel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FUN UNDER THE BIG TROP: RAYMOND VOWS TO PUT HIS BEST BELLY FORWARD ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fun-under-the-big-trop-raymond-vows-to-put-his-best-belly-forward-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When theTampaBayRays made a heart-pumping run through the playoffs last year, many longtime fans wondered if the often silly but lovable Trop entertainers would still be a part of the big show. While the Chik-fil-A cow disappeared from the playoffs and Wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dice-K serves 'em up]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/dice-k-serves-em-up.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Daisuke Matsuzaka had limited knowledge of the three Tampa Bay Rays free swingers that derailed his 2009 season debut in yesterday's 4-3 RedSox loss at Fenway Park.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays set to defend]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-set-to-defend.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays 4, REDSOX 3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pen backs Kazmir as Rays rip Bosox ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pen-backs-kazmir-as-rays-rip-bosox-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL ROUNDUP ASSOCIATED PRESSScott Kazmir's strong start at Fenway Park held up this time.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-1986.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees 11, Orioles 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Hagen: Yankees manager Girardi likely to stick around for a while ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/paul-hagen-yankees-manager-girardi-likely-to-stick-around-for-a-while-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THERE'S AN impression out there that Yankees managerJoe Girardi is squarely in the cross hairs this season, that he has the slightest of margins for error before he could find himself looking for a new job.It says here that's overblown. While the combinat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays keep roll going thanks to slick Garza ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-keep-roll-going-thanks-to-slick-garza-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's like the off-season never happened for Matt Garza and the Tampa Bay Rays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wieters, Price lead cavalcade of stars]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/wieters-price-lead-cavalcade-of-stars.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A year ago, it was outfielder Jay Bruce and third baseman Evan Longoria.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1990.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Winning at Fenway Park used to be a problem for the Rays. After taking two series in Boston during the 1999 season, the Rays didn't win another until last September. They took two of three in a crucial showdown then on their way to the AL East championshi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1991.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Garza, MVP of the AL Championship Series for beating Boston twice, was tough on the Red Sox again Thursday. Garza, acquired in November 2007 from Minnesota, improved to 13-6 with a 3.04 ERA in 24 games against AL East teams, the lowest ERA of a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1992.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Durha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies rally past Braves ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-rally-past-braves-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHILADELPHIA - Four Phillies walked with the bases loaded during an eight-run seventh inning and Philadelphia rallied for a 12-11 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1976.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even with the improvements they made, the Rays still need to do a lot of things right to win. And as big a bat as they added to their lineup with the signing of DH Pat Burrell, they definitely still have to do the little things right. They showed some imp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1977.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--DH Pat Burrell was in Philadelphia to receive his World Series ring with his former Phillies teammates in an emotional ceremony Wednesday afternoon, then took a private plane to get back to Boston in time for batting practice (arriving around 5:10 p.m.)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1978.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Durha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Red Sox Preview 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-red-sox-preview-1979.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Daisuke Matsuzaka might have had his best season and won the ALCS opener against the Tampa Bay Rays, but it was Matt Garza who earned two playoff wins against the Boston Red Sox, including the pennant-clinching victory at home.Those two will be on the mou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 7, Red Sox 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-7-red-sox-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Kazmir recalled being in the Rays clubhouse at Fenway Park last year, watching the plastic go up to protect the lockers from champagne. The AL championship was within reach.The bubbly never flowed that October night when the Red Sox rallied from now]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kazmir, 'pen help Rays even series with BoSox]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/kazmir-pen-help-rays-even-series-with-bosox.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Kazmir's strong start at Fenway Park held up this time.Kazmir pitched six innings and the bullpen preserved the lead in the Tampa Bay Rays' 7-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night.Carlos Pena hit a two-run homer after striking out in ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sox opener a welcome rest stop from '08 global tour ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sox-opener-a-welcome-rest-stop-from-08-global-tour-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The trip home was a lot shorter this time. A 45-minute flight from New York, and the Red Sox were in Boston, reasonably rested and reasonably healthy to host the defending AL champion Tampa Bay Rays this afternoon in the 2009 season opener at Fenway Park.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jackson makes first start tonight]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/jackson-makes-first-start-tonight.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TORONTO -- Edwin Jackson gets his first start for theDetroitTigers tonight and can't wait to get going.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Story lines to watch ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/story-lines-to-watch-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Imagine for a moment that today is April 3, 2008, not 2009. The Baseball season is about to get under way. 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"That's a once-in-a-lifetime event for him, and if he rea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1969.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Durha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 5, Rays 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-5-rays-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays got an early reminder that reaching the playoffs for a second straight time will be at least as hard as the first.Josh Beckett struck out 10 in seven innings of two-hit ball to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over Tampa Bay on Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Red Sox Preview 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-red-sox-preview-1971.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In Scott Kazmir and Jon Lester, Tampa Bay and Boston possess two of the top young left-handed pitchers in baseball. It's little coincidence that the Rays and Red Sox have represented the American League in the last two World Series.The southpaws go toe-to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 5, Rays 3 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-5-rays-3-1972.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This was a different Josh Beckett than the one the Tampa Bay Rays knocked around in last year's AL championship series.The Red Sox right-hander struck out 10 in seven innings of two-hit ball to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over Tampa Bay on Tu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beckett's gem gets Sox off to good start]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/beckett-s-gem-gets-sox-off-to-good-start.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL MVP Dustin Pedroia and the Boston Red Sox are off to a fast start.Pedroia homered on the second pitch he saw this season and Josh Beckett struck out 10 in seven innings of two-hit ball to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tue]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mass. Sen. Edward Kennedy throws first pitch]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mass-sen-edward-kennedy-throws-first-pitch.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Massachusetts Sen. Edward Kennedy threw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Boston Red Sox season opener on Tuesday.With fans cheering, Kennedy, diagnosed last May with a malignant brain tumor, walked across the first-base line and toward the mound with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL MVP ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/al-mvp-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[1. Evan Longoria]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1959.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Dur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1960.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Carl Crawford is the only remaining player from the opening-day roster in 2003, when the Rays last opened against Boston. --RHP Lance Cormier won the long relief spot when the Rays traded RHP Jason Hammel to the Rockies and made RHP Jeff Niemann the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1961.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays didn't have any problem with the decision to postpone Monday's opener at Boston, and they were thankful the decision was made early. But the bad weather gave them occasion to take issue with the schedule that had them opening the season in the No]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Red Sox Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-red-sox-preview-1962.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays played their first 10 openers with low expectations, and for good reason: They lost early and often in their first decade in the majors, never finishing better than next-to-last or even approaching a winning record.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANALYSIS Can Rox mimic Rays? Fowler, Stewart may help, but team a longshot in flawed division ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/analysis-can-rox-mimic-rays-fowler-stewart-may-help-but-team-a-longshot-in-flawed-division-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PLAY BALL! ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/play-ball-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox postpone season opener vs. Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-postpone-season-opener-vs-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The rain rolled in and the Tampa Bay Rays ran off the field five minutes after starting their workout.Their first opening day as AL champions already had been postponed until Tuesday, originally an off day, because of a forecast of heavy rain and high win]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox postpone home opener vs Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-postpone-home-opener-vs-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Red Sox have postponed their home opener against the Tampa Bay Rays because of the prospect of heavy rain and high winds.The Red Sox announced that Monday's game against the defending American League champions is rescheduled for 4:05 p.m. Tuesd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1951.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays knew pretty much what they had in Jason Hammel. 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With that in mind, Joel Sherman tells you what to expect in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 9, Phillies 7]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-9-phillies-7.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pat Burrell hit his first homer at Citizens Bank Park since he left the Philadelphia Phillies in the offseason and Carlos Pena also went deep to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 9-7 victory on Saturday.Rays manager Joe Maddon put Burrell in the leadoff spot t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1948.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Dur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1949.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went to spring training with a pretty good idea of what they had, and they come out of it feeling pretty good about themselves and their chances to defend their American League championship. With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1950.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Joyce made an impressive late run and won a spot on the roster, at least as a temporary fill-in until OF B.J. Upton comes off the DL, as expected around April 13. Joyce was sidelined the first three weeks of camp with right leg tendinitis but st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ripple effect]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/ripple-effect.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Let's just say it right now: Players looked smaller this spring.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for the 2009 MLB season ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/predictions-for-the-2009-mlb-season-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1941.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Joyce made an impressive late run and won a spot on the roster, at least as a temporary fill-in until OF B.J. 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The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Dur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1943.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went to spring training with a pretty good idea of what they had, and they come out of it feeling pretty good about themselves and their chances to defend their American League championship. With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 3, Rays 2 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-3-rays-2-1944.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Six months after leading the parade down Broad Street atop a horse-drawn carriage, Pat Burrell returned to Philadelphia wearing an unusual color.Donning the navy blue of his new club - the Tampa Bay Rays - Burrell received multiple standing ovations durin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for all 30 MLB teams]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/predictions-for-all-30-mlb-teams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You've waited five months for baseball to return. It's time to get serious. It's time for Ken Rosenthal's predictions for all 30 MLB teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tracking the Tigers ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tracking-the-tigers-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inside spring training camp:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1934.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Dur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1935.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went to spring training with a pretty good idea of what they had, and they come out of it feeling pretty good about themselves and their chances to defend their American League championship. With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1936.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Joyce will be the temporary fill-in until OF B.J. Upton comes off the disabled list, which is expected around April 13. Joyce was sidelined the first three weeks of camp because of right leg tendinitis but started playing and made an impression ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longoria, Upton take different paths to stardom]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/longoria-upton-take-different-paths-to-stardom.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Evan Longoria stood in the Tampa Bay Rays clubhouse, graciously answering questions about some of the perks of celebrity and how he would like to be remembered when his playing days are over.That's the life of an up and coming star.The 23-year-old third b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays closer Isringhausen to start season on DL 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-closer-isringhausen-to-start-season-on-dl-1938.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay reliever Jason Isringhausen will begin the season on the disabled list, a move that will give him additional time to build arm strength following elbow surgery and potentially bolster depth in the Rays' bullpen.The defending AL champions purchas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1926.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went to spring training with a pretty good idea of what they had, and they come out of it feeling pretty good about themselves and their chances to defend their American League championship. With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1927.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Joyce will be the temporary fill-in until OF B.J. Upton comes off the disabled list, which is expected around April 13. Joyce was sidelined the first three weeks of camp because of right leg tendinitis but started playing and made an impression ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1928.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Dur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 2, Twins 1]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-2-twins-1.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Midway through his final spring training tuneup, Tampa Bay opening day starter James Shields shifted into regular-season mode.The right-hander worked a perfect third and fourth innings Wednesday, rebounding from a shaky first two innings to help the Rays ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays closer Isringhausen to start season on DL]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-closer-isringhausen-to-start-season-on-dl.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay reliever Jason Isringhausen will begin the season on the disabled list, a move that will give him additional time to build arm strength following elbow surgery and potentially bolster depth in the Rays' bullpen.The defending AL champions purchas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels have big concerns heading into the season]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-have-big-concerns-heading-into-the-season.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Their top three starting pitchers are all nursing injuries. Tracy Ringolsby says that's a valid reason for the Angels to be worried.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imagining one crazy summer in New York]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/imagining-one-crazy-summer-in-new-york.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do Beyonce, Bobby Valentine and the Royals have in common? Ken Rosenthal can envision them contributing to a Yankees fiasco.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 8, Rays 7 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-8-rays-7-1933.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Clay Buchholz's final Grapefruit League start fell apart in the fourth inning.Buchholz allowed six runs and nine hits over 5 1-3 innings but the Boston Red Sox rallied for an 8-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. His spring ERA jumped from 0.46 to 2.52.Mat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1919.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Dur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1920.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went to spring training with a pretty good idea of what they had, and they come out of it feeling pretty good about themselves and their chances to defend their American League championship. With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1921.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Morgan Ensberg was released by the Rays after batting .227 in Grapefruit League action. Ensberg, 33, hit .203 over 28 games with the Yankees last year. --LHP David Price looked very much ready during his dazzling postseason stint, but the Rays optio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 8, Rays 7 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-8-rays-7-1922.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Clay Buchholz's final Grapefruit League start fell apart in the fourth inning.Buchholz allowed six runs and nine hits over 5 1-3 innings but the Boston Red Sox rallied for an 8-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. His spring ERA jumped from 0.46 to 2.52.Mat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Angels tried, but couldn't move fifth outfielder]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sources-angels-tried-but-couldn-t-move-fifth-outfielder.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels owe their fifth OF $33 million. Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These things will happen this season]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/these-things-will-happen-this-season.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny will be a pain. A-Rod won't come all the way back. Just a few of the things Ken Rosenthal says you can bank on in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former All-Star Ensberg released by Rays 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/former-all-star-ensberg-released-by-rays-1925.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays released former All-Star Morgan Ensberg.The infielder agreed to a minor league deal with the Rays in February. He hit .227 with four RBIs this spring.Rays manager Joe Maddon said he appreciated Ensberg's efforts, but Tampa didn't have a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1910.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went to spring training with a pretty good idea of what they had, and they come out of it feeling pretty good about themselves and their chances to defend their American League championship. With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1911.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Morgan Ensberg was released by the Rays after batting .227 in Grapefruit League action. 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Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays release INF Ensberg]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-release-inf-ensberg.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays released former All-Star Morgan Ensberg.The infielder agreed to a minor league deal with the Rays in February. He hit .227 with four RBIs this spring.Rays manager Joe Maddon said he appreciated Ensberg's efforts, but Tampa didn't have a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former All-Star Ensberg released by Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/former-all-star-ensberg-released-by-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays released former All-Star Morgan Ensberg.The infielder agreed to a minor league deal with the Rays in February. 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He struck out five and walked ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Porcello eyes spot in 'Show']]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/porcello-eyes-spot-in-show-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAKELAND, Fla. -- Rick Porcello tries not to look at each pitching outing as an audition, but that's what they are.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rosenthal hands out the preseason hardware]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rosenthal-hands-out-the-preseason-hardware.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yovani Gallardo for NL Cy Young? Grady Sizemore for AL MVP? Ken Rosenthal has some stunners in his preseason predictions.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 11, Reds 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-11-reds-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Kazmir had a much better day than Bronson Arroyo.Kazmir drove in three runs Sunday, and Tampa Bay took advantage of Arroyo's struggles with his breaking ball, rolling to an 11-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.Kazmir struck out five and gave up fou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1905.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP David Price looked very much ready during his dazzling postseason stint, but the Rays optioned him to Class AAA, saying he needs to improve command of fastball and overall pitch efficiency. They also want to limit his innings for the season as part ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1906.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. 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With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training-1908.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins will be better, but not good enough in East]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/marlins-will-be-better-but-not-good-enough-in-east.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In any other NL division, the Marlins might have a chance with their young talent. But in the East, they look like an also-ran.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1898.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP David Price looked very much ready during his dazzling postseason stint, but the Rays optioned him to Class AAA, saying he needs to improve command of fastball and overall pitch efficiency. They also want to limit his innings for the season as part ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1899.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. 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With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hammel throws 5 scoreless in Rays' loss to Reds]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/hammel-throws-5-scoreless-in-rays-loss-to-reds.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Hammel made his case to win a spot in Tampa Bay's starting rotation, tossing five scoreless innings in the Rays' 5-1 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.Hammel walked Willy Taveras to start the game, but picked him off first base for the first o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds 5, Rays 1]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/reds-5-rays-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Hammel made his case to win a spot in Tampa Bay's starting rotation, tossing five scoreless innings in the Rays' 5-1 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.Hammel walked Willy Taveras to start the game, but picked him off first base for the first o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training-1903.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1893.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP David Price looked very much ready during his dazzling postseason stint, but the Rays optioned him to Class AAA, saying he needs to improve command of fastball and overall pitch efficiency. They also want to limit his innings for the season as part ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1894.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went into spring training figuring most of their team was set and there would only be a few decisions to be made, and that's turned out to be the case. The camp was relatively uneventful, with OF Fernando Perez, who was ticketed for Class AAA Dur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1895.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays went to spring training with a pretty good idea of what they had, and they come out of it feeling pretty good about themselves and their chances to defend their American League championship. With the addition of designated hitter Pat Burrell, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 16, Rays 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/twins-16-rays-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[James Shields joked that he might have to get sent back to the minor leagues following a performance that was no laughing matter.Tampa Bay's projected opening-day starter gave up 11 runs and 12 hits in the Rays' 16-2 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Friday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1888.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:35:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP David Price, who helped pitch the Rays to the World Series last year, was optioned to Class AAA Durham. 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Which means the dirt is about to fly in Tampa Bay.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1880.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The selection of shortstop Jason Bartlett as the Rays' most valuable player last season created waves of dissent, especially among the statistics-based analysts. But the Rays claim there is no doubt how valuable he was and no limit to his importance to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1881.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP David Price, who helped pitch the Rays to the World Series last year, was optioned to Class AAA Durham. Executive vice president Andrew Friedman said the move was made to allow the Rays to limit the rookie's workload, adding that he expects Price to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1882.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 4, Pirates 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-4-pirates-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Niemann helped his case for a spot in the Tampa Bay rotation with five sharp innings, and the Rays beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 Wednesday night.Niemann allowed a run on five hits and didn't walk a batter in front of a crowd of 6,771, the seventh s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' ALCS hero Price sent to minors]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-alcs-hero-price-sent-to-minors.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[American League championship series star David Price was optioned by the Tampa Bay Rays to Triple-A Durham.The No. 1 pick in the 2007 draft, Price was called up last season and earned his first big league win and save in the ALCS.The 23-year-old Price ear]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why your team will win the Series ... in one sentence]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/why-your-team-will-win-the-series-in-one-sentence.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You want optimism, but don't have much time? Let Dayn Perry tell you how your team can win the World Series ... in one sentence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MIAMI DEAL PUTS BAY AREA AT BAT  2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/miami-deal-puts-bay-area-at-bat--1886.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Soon, the shovels will hit the ground in Miami. Which means the dirt is about to fly in Tampa Bay.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-1887.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miami deal puts bay area at bat ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/miami-deal-puts-bay-area-at-bat-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG - Soon, the shovels will hit the ground in Miami. Which means the dirt is about to fly in Tampa Bay.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1876.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The selection of shortstop Jason Bartlett as the Rays' most valuable player last season created waves of dissent, especially among the statistics-based analysts. But the Rays claim there is no doubt how valuable he was and no limit to his importance to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1877.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton probably will miss the start of the regular season after being hit in the left hand by a pitch March 21. While X-rays showed only swelling, the Rays will not hurry Upton back. "It's not a huge issue for me," Rays manager Joe Maddon said. "]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1878.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-1879.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1871.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1872.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The selection of shortstop Jason Bartlett as the Rays' most valuable player last season created waves of dissent, especially among the statistics-based analysts. But the Rays claim there is no doubt how valuable he was and no limit to his importance to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 4, Rays 1]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pirates-4-rays-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Pittsburgh Pirates are trying to copy the Tampa Bay Rays' formula for going from bad to good in a short time. For at least one day, they figured out how to play the Rays' game.Zach Duke pitched five shutout innings and Jack Wilson's two doubles led to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1870.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:35:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton probably will miss the start of the regular season after being hit in the left hand by a pitch March 21. While X-rays showed only swelling, the Rays will not hurry Upton back. "It's not a huge issue for me," Rays manager Joe Maddon said. "]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA ill-served by Johnson]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/team-usa-ill-served-by-johnson.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Letting Adam Dunn hit in the fifth was only one of Davey Johnson's absurd decisions in Team USA's loss, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 5, Yankees 0]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-5-yankees-0.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays aren't budging on their stance that a decision on where top pitching prospect David Price begins the season will not necessarily be based on the left-hander's spring training performance.The No. 1 pick in the 2007 amateur draft worked f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays OF Perez out 4 to 5 months with wrist injury]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-of-perez-out-4-to-5-months-with-wrist-injury.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Further tests on Fernando Perez's dislocated left wrist revealed additional ligament damage, and the Tampa Bay Rays outfielder will be sidelined four to five months.Perez underwent a procedure Saturday in Arizona to have pins inserted after ligament damag]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' Upton nursing bad hand, may miss first week]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-upton-nursing-bad-hand-may-miss-first-week.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injured Tampa Bay outfielder B.J. Upton likely will miss the start of the regular season after being hit in the hand by a pitch during a minor league spring training game.The Rays already were determined to not to rush the center fielder back from offseas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1867.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The selection of shortstop Jason Bartlett as the Rays' most valuable player last season created waves of dissent, especially among the statistics-based analysts. But the Rays claim there is no doubt how valuable he was and no limit to his importance to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1868.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria was thrilled by the opportunity to join Team USA for the final round of the World Baseball Classic. "I'm excited," Longoria said. "Just get over there and try to win the thing, that's the goal. I don't want to go over there and hang out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1869.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA members reach out to youths]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/team-usa-members-reach-out-to-youths.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With fewer blacks in baseball, Jimmy Rollins and other stars are taking action. That's great for the entire sport, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' Upton hit by pitch in minor league game]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-upton-hit-by-pitch-in-minor-league-game.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay's B.J. Upton was hit by a pitch on the left hand during a minor league game, however the Rays don't believe it's a serious injury.X-rays were negative Saturday. The defending AL champions said the center fielder has a bone bruise and described h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1859.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The selection of shortstop Jason Bartlett as the Rays' most valuable player last season created waves of dissent, especially among the statistics-based analysts. But the Rays claim there is no doubt how valuable he was and no limit to his importance to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1860.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria was thrilled by the opportunity to join Team USA for the final round of the World Baseball Classic. "I'm excited," Longoria said. "Just get over there and try to win the thing, that's the goal. I don't want to go over there and hang out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1861.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles don't have the goods to hang in difficult East]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/orioles-don-t-have-the-goods-to-hang-in-difficult-east.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You don't want to be rebuilding and trying to contend in the AL East at the same time. Unfortunately, that's what the O's are doing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1852.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The selection of shortstop Jason Bartlett as the Rays' most valuable player last season created waves of dissent, especially among the statistics-based analysts. But the Rays claim there is no doubt how valuable he was and no limit to his importance to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1853.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria was thrilled by the opportunity to join Team USA for the final round of the World Baseball Classic. "I'm excited," Longoria said. "Just get over there and try to win the thing, that's the goal. I don't want to go over there and hang out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1854.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 15, Rays 4]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/blue-jays-15-rays-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vernon Wells went 0-for-2 in his first spring training game and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Tampa Bay Rays 15-4 on Friday.Wells, who strained his left hamstring Feb. 23, grounded into a double play and flied out while serving as the Blue Jays' designat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 7, Rays 7(11) 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pirates-7-rays-7-11--1856.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedro Alvarez showed off his power, and Tom Gorzelanny made another bid for a spot in Pittsburgh's rotation.Picked second overall in last year's draft, Alvarez hit a long homer in the ninth inning Sunday that helped the Pirates rally for a 7-7 tie with th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1848.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays may not be able to call the race for the No. 5 starting spot until the final week of the exhibition season. And they couldn't be happier about it. With only one spot open and five legitimate candidates, the Rays probably will take as much time as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1849.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Evan Longoria will join Team USA for the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic. The U.S. squad needed a third baseman to replace injured Chipper Jones. --OF Fernando Perez will be sidelined for about three months because of a dislocated left wrist]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1850.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 9, Rays 7]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/cardinals-9-rays-7.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A shaky spring training outing didn't faze Scott Kazmir.Although Tampa Bay's All-Star left-hander gave up a three-run homer to Ryan Ludwick and a solo shot to Rick Ankiel during Thursday's 9-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, he didn't view his latest sta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1843.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Fernando Perez will be sidelined for about three months because of a dislocated left wrist sustained while diving for a ball in a March 10 exhibition game. Though Perez probably would have spent most of the season at Triple-A, his absence could be si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1844.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1845.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays may not be able to call the race for the No. 5 starting spot until the final week of the exhibition season. And they couldn't be happier about it. With only one spot open and five legitimate candidates, the Rays probably will take as much time as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 7, Reds 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-7-reds-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Hammel is making strides toward earning a spot in Tampa Bay's rotation, and injured outfielders B.J. Upton and Matt Joyce are closer to getting back on the field for the Rays.Hammel settled down after a shaky start to pitch four innings in Wednesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies have growing concerns all over]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-have-growing-concerns-all-over.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Their ace is hurting. Their stud 2B is on the mend. The Mets and Braves got better. Gerry Fraley says things aren't well in Philly.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1837.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays may not be able to call the race for the No. 5 starting spot until the final week of the exhibition season. And they couldn't be happier about it. With only one spot open and five legitimate candidates, the Rays probably will take as much time as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1838.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Fernando Perez will be sidelined for about three months because of a dislocated left wrist sustained while diving for a ball in a March 10 exhibition game. Though Perez probably would have spent most of the season at Triple-A, his absence could be si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1839.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 6, Pirates 4]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-6-pirates-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Maholm has had a stress-free spring.The Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander threw 4 2-3 shutout innings in a 6-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday and has allowed just one run in 13 2-3 innings in the Grapefruit League."I did give up my first walk toni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 3, Rays 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/blue-jays-3-rays-1-1841.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brett Cecil was tougher on himself than Toronto manager Cito Gaston thought he should be.Cecil, in the hunt for a spot in the starting rotation, walked four Tampa Bay batters and failed to get through the fourth inning Friday, but the Blue Jays still beat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MOMENTUM BUILDS FOR STADIUM CRITICS  2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/momentum-builds-for-stadium-critics--1842.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1835.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:20:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1836.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:20:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays may not be able to call the race for the No. 5 starting spot until the final week of the exhibition season. And they couldn't be happier about it. With only one spot open and five legitimate candidates, the Rays probably will take as much time as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 7, Rays 7(11)]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pirates-7-rays-7-11-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedro Alvarez showed off his power, and Tom Gorzelanny made another bid for a spot in Pittsburgh's rotation.Picked second overall in last year's draft, Alvarez hit a long homer in the ninth inning Sunday that helped the Pirates rally for a 7-7 tie with th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1831.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays may not be able to call the race for the No. 5 starting spot until the final week of the exhibition season. And they couldn't be happier about it. With only one spot open and five legitimate candidates, the Rays probably will take as much time as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1832.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Fernando Perez will be sidelined for about three months because of a dislocated left wrist sustained while diving for a ball in a March 10 exhibition game. Though Perez probably would have spent most of the season at Triple-A, his absence could be si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1833.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 3, Rays 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/blue-jays-3-rays-1-1834.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brett Cecil was tougher on himself than Toronto manager Cito Gaston thought he should be.Cecil, in the hunt for a spot in the starting rotation, walked four Tampa Bay batters and failed to get through the fourth inning Friday, but the Blue Jays still beat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 3, Reds 1]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-3-reds-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Kazmir put together another solid spring outing Saturday, building off his nice first start.Kazmir pitched four sharp innings to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 3-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. The All-Star left-hander allowed one run and five hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1826.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays may not be able to call the race for the No. 5 starting spot until the final week of the exhibition season. And they couldn't be happier about it. With only one spot open and five legitimate candidates, the Rays probably will take as much time as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1827.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Fernando Perez will be sidelined for about three months because of a dislocated left wrist sustained while diving for a ball in a March 10 exhibition game. Though Perez probably would have spent most of the season at Triple-A, his absence could be si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1828.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 3, Rays 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/blue-jays-3-rays-1-1829.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brett Cecil was tougher on himself than Toronto manager Cito Gaston thought he should be.Cecil, in the hunt for a spot in the starting rotation, walked four Tampa Bay batters and failed to get through the fourth inning Friday, but the Blue Jays still beat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1816.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays may not be able to call the race for the No. 5 starting spot until the final week of the exhibition season. And they couldn't be happier about it. With only one spot open and five legitimate candidates, the Rays probably will take as much time as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1817.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Fernando Perez will be sidelined for about three months because of a dislocated left wrist sustained while diving for a ball in a March 10 exhibition game. Though Perez probably would have spent most of the season at Triple-A, his absence could be si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1818.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Momentum builds for stadium critics ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/momentum-builds-for-stadium-critics-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BY CRISTINA SILVA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 3, Rays 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/blue-jays-3-rays-1-1820.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brett Cecil was tougher on himself than Toronto manager Cito Gaston thought he should be.Cecil, in the hunt for a spot in the starting rotation, walked four Tampa Bay batters and failed to get through the fourth inning Friday, but the Blue Jays still beat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Pat the Bat' thanks Philly fans in newspaper ads]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-pat-the-bat-thanks-philly-fans-in-newspaper-ads.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pat Burrell isn't with the Phillies anymore, yet the City of Brotherly Love is still close to his heart.The former Philadelphia slugger took out large ads in two of the city's largest newspapers Friday to thank the fans for their support during his nine s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 3, Phillies 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-3-phillies-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Troy Percival pitched a hitless inning in his first action of spring training, and the Tampa Rays beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 Thursday.The 39-year-old closer is coming back from an injury plagued season. He made three trips to the disabled list bec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' Perez out 3 months with dislocated wrist]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-perez-out-3-months-with-dislocated-wrist.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Fernando Perez will be sidelined for at least three months after dislocating his left wrist while diving in an attempt to catch a sinking line drive in a game against the Blue Jays.Perez was injured Tuesday in an unsuccessful att]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decisions that must be made this spring]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/decisions-that-must-be-made-this-spring.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Make David Price a starter? Sign Pudge or Pedro? Spring training is about decisions and Tracy Ringolsby has found some critical ones.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finally a winner, Rays work to fill more seats]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/finally-a-winner-rays-work-to-fill-more-seats.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Talk about poor timing, now that the Tampa Bay Rays are winning they have to sell tickets through the biggest recession in decades.The Rays stunned baseball last year by winning 97 games and their first American League pennant. But they have to fill more ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1811.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP James Shields was named the Opening Day starter for the second consecutive season, joining LHP Scott Kazmir and LHP Wilson Alvarez as the only Rays pitchers to start more than one opener. Manager Joe Maddon said he chose Shields based on his body of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1812.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1813.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the first two weeks of exhibitions behind them, the Rays are ready to start playing games. Under a carefully devised plan by manager Joe Maddon and pitching coach Jim Hickey, the Rays decided to hold back all returning pitchers from their World Serie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netherlands ousts Dominican Republic from WBC 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/netherlands-ousts-dominican-republic-from-wbc-1814.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eugene Kingsale singled in the tying run and scored the game-winner as the Netherlands rallied for a 2-1 victory over the heavily favored Dominican Republic in 11 innings Tuesday to earn a surprise spot in the second round of the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-1815.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1804.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1805.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the first two weeks of exhibitions behind them, the Rays are ready to start playing games. Under a carefully devised plan by manager Joe Maddon and pitching coach Jim Hickey, the Rays decided to hold back all returning pitchers from their World Serie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1806.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP James Shields was named the Opening Day starter for the second consecutive season, joining LHP Scott Kazmir and LHP Wilson Alvarez as the only Rays pitchers to start more than one opener. Manager Joe Maddon said he chose Shields based on his body of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netherlands ousts Dominican Republic from WBC]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/netherlands-ousts-dominican-republic-from-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eugene Kingsale singled in the tying run and scored the game-winner as the Netherlands rallied for a 2-1 victory over the heavily favored Dominican Republic in 11 innings Tuesday to earn a surprise spot in the second round of the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 11, Blue Jays 4]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-11-blue-jays-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Price turned in a scoreless spring training debut, flashing the lively left arm that made him a postseason star last year.The Tampa Bay Rays think he has more work to do.Price, the team's top pitching prospect, threw a pair of shutout innings in rel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-1809.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-1798.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1799.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1800.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the first two weeks of exhibitions behind them, the Rays are ready to start playing games. Under a carefully devised plan by manager Joe Maddon and pitching coach Jim Hickey, the Rays decided to hold back all returning pitchers from their World Serie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1801.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP James Shields was named the Opening Day starter for the second consecutive season, joining LHP Scott Kazmir and LHP Wilson Alvarez as the only Rays pitchers to start more than one opener. Manager Joe Maddon said he chose Shields based on his body of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farm sets table]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/farm-sets-table.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SURPRISE, Ariz. - In the first two Rangers spring training games I have attended, the chants of "We're No. 1" have been surprisingly faint.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 4, Rays 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/twins-4-rays-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Kazmir felt so good in his first spring training game that he had to concentrate on taking it easy.Kazmir pitched two innings in the Tampa Bay Rays' 4-3 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Monday, yielding one run and three hits."Everything felt incredib]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 8, Rays 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/red-sox-8-rays-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Justin Masterson could start the season in the Boston Red Sox bullpen. 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Manager Joe Maddon said he chose Shields based on his body of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1797.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1790.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the first two weeks of exhibitions behind them, the Rays are ready to start playing games. Under a carefully devised plan by manager Joe Maddon and pitching coach Jim Hickey, the Rays decided to hold back all returning pitchers from their World Serie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1791.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP James Shields was named the Opening Day starter for the second consecutive season, joining LHP Scott Kazmir and LHP Wilson Alvarez as the only Rays pitchers to start more than one opener. Manager Joe Maddon said he chose Shields based on his body of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1792.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 15, Red Sox 7]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-15-red-sox-7.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The respite is over for Tampa Bay's top pitchers. It's time to face hitters.Designated opening-day starter James Shields threw 22 pitches in his spring debut Saturday, and reliever Grant Balfour is confident he'll be fine after being hit in the upper righ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1786.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1787.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the first two weeks of exhibitions behind them, the Rays are ready to start playing games. 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Manager Joe Maddon said he chose Shields based on his body of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 8, Pirates 5]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-8-pirates-5.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It took Carlos Pena just one pitch to get back in the swing for the Tampa Bay Rays.Pena doubled twice and drove in three runs in his spring debut, and the Rays beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 Friday.Pena led the AL champions with 31 home runs and 102 RBIs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This could be the beginning of A-Rod's breakdown]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/this-could-be-the-beginning-of-a-rod-s-breakdown.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget about mental pressure, the Yanks have another type of A-Rod breakdown to sweat. It's time to worry, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1783.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP James Shields will be the Rays' Opening Day starter, manager Joe Maddon said. Shields went 14-8 with a 3.56 ERA last season, and he was 2-2 with a 2.88 ERA in the postseason. --Principal owner Stuart Sternberg confirmed that with their payroll creep]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1784.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. 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He's getting his wish.Jeff Niemann, one of four candidates for the final spot in the rotation, pitched three innings of two-hit ball in the Rays' 12-2 victory over the H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1774.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:35:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The battle for the fifth starter's spot might have taken an unexpected turn already. 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"We don't have that flexibility now," Sternberg sai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1776.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:35:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nats could go a number of directions for new GM]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/nats-could-go-a-number-of-directions-for-new-gm.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The GM search is on for Nats President Stan Kasten. 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Coming into camp, it seemed fairly clear: Unless rookie sensation David Price could absolutely, positively convince the Rays he was ready for full-time duty in the rotati]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1768.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Principal owner Stuart Sternberg confirmed that with their payroll creeping above $60 million, the Rays don't have the flexibility to make in-season acquisitions, though added he would never say never. "We don't have that flexibility now," Sternberg sai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1769.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 8, Cardinals 5]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-8-cardinals-5.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Wainwright expected to be a lot sharper in his first spring training appearance.Wainwright allowed three runs - two earned - on five hits and a walk in two innings of the St. Louis Cardinals' 8-5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday.The right-hander ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jays' pitching puzzle incomplete ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/jays-pitching-puzzle-incomplete-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are a lot of people doing a lot of math around theTorontoBlueJays this spring.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 6, Rays 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/blue-jays-6-rays-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Hammel is determined to make the most of an opportunity to pitch his way back into the Tampa Bay Rays' rotation.The 26-year-old right-hander worked four scoreless innings during Sunday's 6-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays and has yet to allow a run i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1763.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Principal owner Stuart Sternberg confirmed that with their payroll creeping above $60 million, the Rays don't have the flexibility to make in-season acquisitions, though added he would never say never. "We don't have that flexibility now," Sternberg sai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1764.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1765.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The battle for the fifth starter's spot might have taken an unexpected turn already. 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"We don't have that flexibility now," Sternberg sai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1759.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1760.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The battle for the fifth starter's spot might have taken an unexpected turn already. 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"I want to impact the way we think, because I believe that's what's go]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees 5, Rays 1]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yankees-5-rays-1.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For Alex Rodriguez, more cheers mixed with boos.The New York Yankees star got another split reception Thursday in his first spring training game at home since admitting he used performance-enhancing drugs from 2001-03. Rodriguez tested positive for steroi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays make the most sense in the East]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-make-the-most-sense-in-the-east.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yanks got CC, Tex and A.J. The Sox are still formidable. So why does Ken Rosenthal say Tampa is the safe bet in the East?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds 7, Rays 0]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/reds-7-rays-0.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Hernandez faced major league hitters for the first time in three years Wednesday when he pitched the first two innings of the Tampa Bay Rays' 7-0 loss to the visiting Cincinnati Reds at Charlotte Sports Park.After moving their spring training headq]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE PREVIEW ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/grapefruit-league-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ....]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ultimate Pledge: 'No More Pledges' ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/ultimate-pledge-no-more-pledges-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:30:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By JOE O'NEILL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nelson Thrives Despite Long Road To Majors ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/nelson-thrives-despite-long-road-to-majors-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:30:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARTIN FENNELLY]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1746.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:20:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Joe Maddon is a big believer in the mental aspects of the game and has made that a priority this spring to steer a team that experienced so much unexpected success last season. "I want to impact the way we think, because I believe that's what's go]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1740.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jason Isringhausen, a 36-year-old veteran with 293 career saves, signed a minor league deal with the Rays. He spent the winter looking for a job on the free agent market after having elbow surgery last season. Isringhausen, who maintains he is now f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1741.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. 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Isringhausen, who maintains he is now f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jason Isringhausen signs with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/jason-isringhausen-signs-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 08:35:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Jason Isringhausen signed a minor league contract with the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.The 36-year-old, coming off a season in which he served two stints on the disabled list, has not pitched since mid-August because of right elbow tendinitis and a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-closer Isringhausen signs with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/ex-closer-isringhausen-signs-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 08:35:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Jason Isringhausen signed a minor league contract with the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.The 36-year-old, coming off a season in which he served two stints on the disabled list, has not pitched since mid-August because of right elbow tendinitis and a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healthy Carl Crawford eyes big season with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/healthy-carl-crawford-eyes-big-season-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 08:35:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carl Crawford stood in front of his locker, fiddling with a bat and talking about how nice spring training feels compared to the past six he's spent with the Tampa Bay Rays.No one has played more games for the reigning AL champions than the two-time All-S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians add reliever Salas, Marte designated]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/indians-add-reliever-salas-marte-designated.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy Marte was once viewed as Cleveland's third baseman of the future. 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Aybar had been seeking a $1.05 million salary for this season, while Tampa Bay had offered him $900,000. --2B Adam Kennedy, released by ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' Aybar signs two-year contract]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-aybar-signs-two-year-contract.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Willy Aybar and the Tampa Bay Rays agreed to a $2.6 million, two-year contract Wednesday, avoiding arbitration.The utilityman hit .253 with 10 homers and 33 RBIs in 95 games with the Rays in 2008, his first full season in the majors. He started 40 games a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/2009-grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPA BAY Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2B Adam Kennedy signs with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/2b-adam-kennedy-signs-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays bolstered their infield depth Tuesday, signing second baseman Adam Kennedy to a minor league contract.Kennedy was released by St. Louis last week, leaving the Cardinals' starting job up for grabs heading into spring training. He's sched]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays block Kazmir from WBC]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-block-kazmir-from-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Kazmir will not pitch for the United States in next month's World Baseball Classic because the Tampa Bay Rays were concerned about the risk of injury to the All-Star left-hander.The AL champions petitioned to have Kazmir removed from Team USA becaus]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' Navarro eyes big year in 2009]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-navarro-eyes-big-year-in-2009.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An All-Star during a breakout season with the Tampa Bay Rays, catcher Dioner Navarro is eager to prove his success wasn't a fluke.The 25-year-old switch hitter batted a career-best .295 and was lauded for improved defense and his handling of one of baseba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1716.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Motivation should not be a problem for the Rays this season even after the unexpected success they had last season. Several players reported to camp talking about unfinished business, as a result of losing the World Series to the Phillies, and manager Joe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1717.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse officially joined the Rays bullpen, giving the team a needed second lefty. Shouse, 40, got a one-year deal for $1.35 million with a 2010 option for $1.9 million, or a $200,000 buyout. --C Dioner Navarro lost his arbitration hearing but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1718.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1707.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Motivation should not be a problem for the Rays this season even after the unexpected success they had last season. Several players reported to camp talking about unfinished business, as a result of losing the World Series to the Phillies, and manager Joe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1708.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse officially joined the Rays bullpen, giving the team a needed second lefty. Shouse, 40, got a one-year deal for $1.35 million with a 2010 option for $1.9 million, or a $200,000 buyout. --C Dioner Navarro lost his arbitration hearing but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1709.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pat Burrell settles in with new team]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pat-burrell-settles-in-with-new-team.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The first step for Pat Burrell is learning the names of new teammates. The next for Tampa Bay's biggest offseason acquisition is adjusting to his projected role with the Rays.After spending most of the past decade as an everyday outfielder with the Philad]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bruney on comments: 'I take that personally' 2009-02-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bruney-on-comments-i-take-that-personally--1711.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees reliever Brian Bruney still cannot believe what he heard on the MLB Network from his friend and fellow Oregonian, Harold Reynolds.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL champion Rays eager to get started again]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/al-champion-rays-eager-to-get-started-again.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Heightened expectations don't scare the Tampa Bay Rays. Neither do the big-spending New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox.The AL champions convened Sunday for the start of spring training, intent on getting back to the World Series. Manager Joe Maddon said ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Positive thinking just a start]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/positive-thinking-just-a-start.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Players sauntered into the clubhouse and upon seeing a familiar face would drop their duffel bags and extend a hand and a smile. Balls cracked off bats, falling in the gaps or perhaps clearing the outfield fence, bringing even more smiles. Guys with long ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bruney on comments: 'I take that personally' 2009-02-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bruney-on-comments-i-take-that-personally--1702.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees reliever Brian Bruney still cannot believe what he heard on the MLB Network from his friend and fellow Oregonian, Harold Reynolds.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1703.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Motivation should not be a problem for the Rays this season even after the unexpected success they had last season. Several players reported to camp talking about unfinished business, as a result of losing the World Series to the Phillies, and manager Joe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1704.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse officially joined the Rays bullpen, giving the team a needed second lefty. Shouse, 40, got a one-year deal for $1.35 million with a 2010 option for $1.9 million, or a $200,000 buyout. --C Dioner Navarro lost his arbitration hearing but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1705.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reliever Shouse signs 1-year deal with Rays 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/reliever-shouse-signs-1-year-deal-with-rays-1706.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-handed reliever Brian Shouse officially joined the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday with the AL champions announcing he agreed to a one-year deal that includes a club option for 2010.To clear room on the 40-man roster, right-handed reliever Juan Salas was ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bruney on comments: 'I take that personally']]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bruney-on-comments-i-take-that-personally-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees reliever Brian Bruney still cannot believe what he heard on the MLB Network from his friend and fellow Oregonian, Harold Reynolds.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1696.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Motivation should not be a problem for the Rays this season even after the unexpected success they had last season. Several players reported to camp talking about unfinished business, as a result of losing the World Series to the Phillies, and manager Joe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1697.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse officially joined the Rays bullpen, giving the team a needed second lefty. Shouse, 40, got a one-year deal for $1.35 million with a 2010 option for $1.9 million, or a $200,000 buyout. --C Dioner Navarro lost his arbitration hearing but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1698.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halos weren't the only inactive AL contender]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/halos-weren-t-the-only-inactive-al-contender.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Why weren't the Angels more aggressive this winter? Don't single them out in the AL's inactive offseason, Tracy Ringolsby says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American League preview capsules ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/american-league-preview-capsules-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL East]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1691.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Motivation should not be a problem for the Rays this season even after the unexpected success they had last season. Several players reported to camp talking about unfinished business, as a result of losing the World Series to the Phillies, and manager Joe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1692.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse officially joined the Rays bullpen, giving the team a needed second lefty. Shouse, 40, got a one-year deal for $1.35 million with a 2010 option for $1.9 million, or a $200,000 buyout. --C Dioner Navarro lost his arbitration hearing but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1693.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ELECTION HOPEFULS HIT WEB  2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/election-hopefuls-hit-web--1694.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shouse finalizes $1.55M, 1-year deal with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/shouse-finalizes-1-55m-1-year-deal-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-handed reliever Brian Shouse officially joined the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday when the AL champions finalized a $1.55 million, one-year deal that includes a club option for 2010.To clear room on the 40-man roster, right-handed reliever Juan Salas was]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reliever Shouse signs 1-year deal with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/reliever-shouse-signs-1-year-deal-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-handed reliever Brian Shouse officially joined the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday with the AL champions announcing he agreed to a one-year deal that includes a club option for 2010.To clear room on the 40-man roster, right-handed reliever Juan Salas was ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1686.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse, an effective relief specialist, signed a one-year deal with the Rays. The team also holds an option for 2010. Shouse, 40, went 5-1 with a 2.81 ERA for Milwaukee last year. --RHP Chad Bradford will miss three to four months after having]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1687.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1688.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There will be a lot different for the Rays spring. Not only are they in a new location, having shifted camp from their hometown of St. Petersburg, Fla., to a renovated state-of-the-art facility 80 miles south in Port Charlotte, Fla., but for the first tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ELECTION HOPEFULS HIT WEB  2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/election-hopefuls-hit-web--1689.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1679.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse, an effective relief specialist, signed a one-year deal with the Rays. The team also holds an option for 2010. Shouse, 40, went 5-1 with a 2.81 ERA for Milwaukee last year. --RHP Chad Bradford will miss three to four months after having]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1680.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1681.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There will be a lot different for the Rays spring. Not only are they in a new location, having shifted camp from their hometown of St. Petersburg, Fla., to a renovated state-of-the-art facility 80 miles south in Port Charlotte, Fla., but for the first tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ELECTION HOPEFULS HIT WEB  2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/election-hopefuls-hit-web--1682.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays beat Navarro in arbitration, will pay $2.1M 2009-02-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-beat-navarro-in-arbitration-will-pay-2-1m-1683.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All-Star catcher Dioner Navarro lost to the Tampa Bay Rays in salary arbitration on Tuesday and will receive the team's $2.1 million offer rather than his $2.5 million request.Navarro was eligible for arbitration for the first time after hitting a team-hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sam Donnellon: Baseball politics in Clearwater ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sam-donnellon-baseball-politics-in-clearwater-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEARWATER, Fla. - The mayor's breakfast is tomorrow here at Lenny's, the popular diner that, unlike many others, never wavered when its allegiances were put to the test last October.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manuel looking for an encore ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/manuel-looking-for-an-encore-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Third of three parts]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Election hopefuls hit Web ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/election-hopefuls-hit-web-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By CRISTINA SILVA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shouse on verge of joining Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/shouse-on-verge-of-joining-rays.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays are on the verge of adding Brian Shouse to their bullpen.Team executive vice president Andrew Friedman said Tuesday a deal with the free-agent left-hander was "pretty official," although some details had not been finalized."He brings a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays beat All-Star C Dioner Navarro in arbitration]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-beat-all-star-c-dioner-navarro-in-arbitration.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All-Star catcher Dioner Navarro lost to the Tampa Bay Rays in salary arbitration on Tuesday and will receive the team's $2.1 million offer rather than his $2.5 million request.Navarro was eligible for arbitration for the first time after hitting a team-hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays beat Navarro in arbitration, will pay $2.1M]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-beat-navarro-in-arbitration-will-pay-2-1m.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All-Star catcher Dioner Navarro lost to the Tampa Bay Rays in salary arbitration on Tuesday and will receive the team's $2.1 million offer rather than his $2.5 million request.Navarro was eligible for arbitration for the first time after hitting a team-hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navarro, Rays go to arbitration hearing 2009-02-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/navarro-rays-go-to-arbitration-hearing-1676.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher Dioner Navarro went to a salary arbitration hearing with the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday, arguing he should get $2.5 million this year rather than the team's $2.1 million offer.Navarro was eligible for arbitration for the first time after hitting a t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford sidelined 3-4 months after elbow surgery 2009-02-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bradford-sidelined-3-4-months-after-elbow-surgery-1677.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays reliever Chad Bradford is expected to be sidelined three to four months after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow.The procedure was performed by Dr. James Andrews last week in Birmingham, Ala. Bradford was 1-0 with a 1.42 ERA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1678.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navarro and Rays go to arbitration hearing]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/navarro-and-rays-go-to-arbitration-hearing.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher Dioner Navarro went to a salary arbitration hearing with the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday, arguing he should get $2.5 million this year rather than the team's $2.1 million offer.Navarro was eligible for arbitration for the first time after hitting a t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navarro, Rays go to arbitration hearing]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/navarro-rays-go-to-arbitration-hearing.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher Dioner Navarro went to a salary arbitration hearing with the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday, arguing he should get $2.5 million this year rather than the team's $2.1 million offer.Navarro was eligible for arbitration for the first time after hitting a t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford sidelined 3-4 months after elbow surgery]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bradford-sidelined-3-4-months-after-elbow-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays reliever Chad Bradford is expected to be sidelined three to four months after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow.The procedure was performed by Dr. James Andrews last week in Birmingham, Ala. Bradford was 1-0 with a 1.42 ERA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1665.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1666.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There will be a lot different for the Rays spring. Not only are they in a new location, having shifted camp from their hometown of St. Petersburg, Fla., to a renovated state-of-the-art facility 80 miles south in Port Charlotte, Fla., but for the first tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1667.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Bradford will miss three to four months after having arthroscopic right elbow surgery. Dr. James Andrews performed the procedure on Feb. 5. --INF Morgan Ensberg agreed to a minor league deal with the Rays. He will go to camp trying to win a job]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baldelli adjusts to ordeal Outfielder realistic about rare disease ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baldelli-adjusts-to-ordeal-outfielder-realistic-about-rare-disease-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It became a compulsion. After listening to all the doctors' medical jargon, all those words without meanings, Dan Baldelli just needed to hold on to something. He chose a keypad.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assessing the arms buildup ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/assessing-the-arms-buildup-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball NOTES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies, Howard avoid arbitration with 3-year, $54 million deal ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-howard-avoid-arbitration-with-3-year-54-million-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEARWATER, Fla. - Ryan Howard was never going anywhere, so you don't have to apologize if the speculation about his future was beginning to wear on you. Despite the Phillies' inability to avoid the arbitration table last season, the slugging first basema]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOM HAUDRICOURT  Backup plan needs work ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tom-haudricourt-backup-plan-needs-work-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The question on the minds of manyMilwaukeeBrewers fans as spring training approaches is: What happens if one of the starting pitchers gets hurt?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THANKSMAS ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/thanksmas-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TampaBayRays manager Joe Maddon started the tradition several years ago: He and several dozen other Rays employees prepare a feast - pierogi, spaghetti, meatballs and sausage and more - in the kitchen at Tropicana Field, then deliver meals to area homeles]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE SKIPPER, SAFE AT HOME ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/the-skipper-safe-at-home-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For Joe and Jaye Maddon, 2008 was the sort of year that inspires bestselling novels and Hollywood movies. The big story, of course, was theTampaBayRays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1659.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There will be a lot different for the Rays spring. Not only are they in a new location, having shifted camp from their hometown of St. Petersburg, Fla., to a renovated state-of-the-art facility 80 miles south in Port Charlotte, Fla., but for the first tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1660.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Dioner Navarro's long-term future with the team could depend on the tenor of his Feb. 9 arbitration hearing, following a breakdown in talks on a multiyear deal. Agent Kendall Almerico said after the hearing, "I hope to resume negotiations on a long-te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1661.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPRING TRAINING POSITIONAL PRIMER]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/spring-training-positional-primer.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time someone other than Manny Ramirez opened the season as the Red Sox' starting left fielder was 2001, when Troy O'Leary went 0-for-4 in a 2-1 loss to the Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa pitcher reminds himself to "Live Like Nate"]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-pitcher-reminds-himself-to-live-like-nate-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The words stitched onto David Price's glove jumped out from Henry Stephens' television as he watched the Tampa Bay Rays pitcher close out the Boston Red Sox for a berth in the World Series."Live Like Nate."That was the phrase friends of Stephens' son, Nat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1651.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There will be a lot different for the Rays spring. Not only are they in a new location, having shifted camp from their hometown of St. Petersburg, Fla., to a renovated state-of-the-art facility 80 miles south in Port Charlotte, Fla., but for the first tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1652.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Dioner Navarro's long-term future with the team could depend on the tenor of his Feb. 9 arbitration hearing, following a breakdown in talks on a multiyear deal. Agent Kendall Almerico said after the hearing, "I hope to resume negotiations on a long-te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1653.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Floyd agrees to deal with San Diego 2009-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sources-floyd-agrees-to-deal-with-san-diego-1654.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent outfielder Cliff Floyd has reached agreement with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1644.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There will be a lot different for the Rays spring. Not only are they in a new location, having shifted camp from their hometown of St. Petersburg, Fla., to a renovated state-of-the-art facility 80 miles south in Port Charlotte, Fla., but for the first tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1645.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Dioner Navarro's long-term future with the team could depend on the tenor of his Feb. 9 arbitration hearing, following a breakdown in talks on a multiyear deal. Agent Kendall Almerico said after the hearing, "I hope to resume negotiations on a long-te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1646.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. They seemed to fill their biggest needs, adding the right-handed power bat of Pat Burrell, improving their outfield depth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hapless Texas Rangers Turn to their Farm System ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/the-hapless-texas-rangers-turn-to-their-farm-system-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a cold Thursday night in mid-January, and two police SUVs pull up in front of an Academy Sports and Outdoors store in North Richland Hills, an otherwise peaceful community between Dallas and Fort Worth. The squad cars represent protection for a group]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Floyd agrees to deal with San Diego 2009-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sources-floyd-agrees-to-deal-with-san-diego-1648.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent outfielder Cliff Floyd has reached agreement with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Floyd agrees to deal with San Diego 2009-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sources-floyd-agrees-to-deal-with-san-diego-1639.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent outfielder Cliff Floyd has reached agreement with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1640.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse, a free agent who pitched for Milwaukee last year, agreed to a two-year contract with the Rays.  --CF B.J. Upton organized his first celebrity golf tournament, which took place Jan. 27 in Tampa. The event, one of the many charitable eve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1641.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1642.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Carols Pena will not participate for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic after having surgery Jan. 8 to repair two small tears in his lower abdominal muscle. "I'm heartbroken," he said. Pena, who said he will be ready by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NL Hot Stove: Cubs still have work to do]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/nl-hot-stove-cubs-still-have-work-to-do.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GM Jim Hendry has the Cubs looking strong in a deflated National League. Tracy Ringolsby says Chicago is still missing one key piece.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays Pitch Tickets ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-pitch-tickets-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Team puts focus on selling season packages to fans.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARDS, RAYS GIVE HOPE TO SEATTLE ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/cards-rays-give-hope-to-seattle-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[IF KURT WARNER were half the tackler that he was a thrower, we'd still be washing guacamole dip off ceilings and rugs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Floyd agrees to deal with San Diego]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sources-floyd-agrees-to-deal-with-san-diego.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent outfielder Cliff Floyd has reached agreement with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1635.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse, a free agent who pitched for Milwaukee last year, agreed to a two-year contract with the Rays.  --CF B.J. Upton organized his first celebrity golf tournament, which took place Jan. 27 in Tampa. The event, one of the many charitable eve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1636.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1637.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Carols Pena will not participate for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic after having surgery Jan. 8 to repair two small tears in his lower abdominal muscle. "I'm heartbroken," he said. Pena, who said he will be ready by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAYS JOG MEMORY IN TICKET PURSUIT  2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-jog-memory-in-ticket-pursuit--1638.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheTampaBayRays today launch the first TV commercials in an aggressive television, print, Web and radio campaign. The Rays franchise has one goal in mind: use the 2008 Cinderella season to boost season tickets sales, which ranked among the league's lowest]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Book Writing Binds Family Together ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/book-writing-binds-family-together-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Son and daughter share their mom's passion.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite new ownership, Pads still likely to deal ace]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/despite-new-ownership-pads-still-likely-to-deal-ace.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sorry, Padres fans. A new ownership group likely won't change the odds that Jake Peavy will be dealt, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1627.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1628.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Carols Pena will not participate for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic after having surgery Jan. 8 to repair two small tears in his lower abdominal muscle. "I'm heartbroken," he said. Pena, who said he will be ready by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1629.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Brian Shouse, a free agent who pitched for Milwaukee last year, agreed to a two-year contract with the Rays.  --CF B.J. Upton organized his first celebrity golf tournament, which took place Jan. 27 in Tampa. The event, one of the many charitable eve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAYS JOG MEMORY IN TICKET PURSUIT  2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-jog-memory-in-ticket-pursuit--1630.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheTampaBayRays today launch the first TV commercials in an aggressive television, print, Web and radio campaign. The Rays franchise has one goal in mind: use the 2008 Cinderella season to boost season tickets sales, which ranked among the league's lowest]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TASTE OF THE NFL ALL ABOUT WORTHY CAUSE  2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/taste-of-the-nfl-all-about-worthy-cause--1631.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays jog memory in ticket pursuit ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-jog-memory-in-ticket-pursuit-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheTampaBayRays today launch the first TV commercials in an aggressive television, print, Web and radio campaign. The Rays franchise has one goal in mind: use the 2008 Cinderella season to boost season tickets sales, which ranked among the league's lowest]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1621.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1622.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton organized his first celebrity golf tournament, which took place Jan. 27 in Tampa. The event, one of the many charitable events help by athletes during Super Bowl week, raised money for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, which serves the h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1623.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Carols Pena will not participate for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic after having surgery Jan. 8 to repair two small tears in his lower abdominal muscle. "I'm heartbroken," he said. Pena, who said he will be ready by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fehr: 'Heightened' concern about free-agent market 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fehr-heightened-concern-about-free-agent-market-1624.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Donald Fehr isn't saying that owners are colluding to hold down salaries, but he told Ken Rosenthal the situation has him concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOM HAUDRICOURT  Brewers still back Rogers  Ailing shoulder has stalled pitcher's career ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tom-haudricourt-brewers-still-back-rogers-ailing-shoulder-has-stalled-pitcher-s-career-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheMilwaukeeBrewers' perilously thin starting rotation would look different - and deeper - this spring had right-hander Mark Rogers advanced to the major leagues on schedule.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taste of the NFL all about worthy cause ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/taste-of-the-nfl-all-about-worthy-cause-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Janet K. Keeler]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1615.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1616.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton organized his first celebrity golf tournament, which took place Jan. 27 in Tampa. The event, one of the many charitable events help by athletes during Super Bowl week, raised money for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, which serves the h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1617.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Carols Pena will not participate for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic after having surgery Jan. 8 to repair two small tears in his lower abdominal muscle. "I'm heartbroken," he said. Pena, who said he will be ready by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fehr: 'Heightened' concern about free-agent market 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fehr-heightened-concern-about-free-agent-market-1618.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Donald Fehr isn't saying that owners are colluding to hold down salaries, but he told Ken Rosenthal the situation has him concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 1B Pena won't play in WBC after surgery 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-1b-pena-won-t-play-in-wbc-after-surgery-1619.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Pena will sit out the World Baseball Classic following abdominal surgery.Tampa Bay's slugging first baseman had minor surgery Jan. 8 in Philadelphia to repair a tear to his lower abdominal muscle. He is expected to be ready for spring training but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1607.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1608.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton organized his first celebrity golf tournament, which took place Jan. 27 in Tampa. 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Pena, who said he will be ready by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rays, P Shouse agree to two-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sources-rays-p-shouse-agree-to-two-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays have reached preliminary agreement with free-agent left-hander Brian Shouse on a two-year contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays Hope Success Extends To Ticket Sales ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-hope-success-extends-to-ticket-sales-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPA - TheTampaBayRays will launch a marketing campaign for ticket sales next week in hopes of building on their 2008 performance that finished with a World Series appearance.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fehr: 'Heightened' concern about free-agent market 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fehr-heightened-concern-about-free-agent-market-1612.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Donald Fehr isn't saying that owners are colluding to hold down salaries, but he told Ken Rosenthal the situation has him concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1602.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton organized his first celebrity golf tournament, which took place Jan. 27 in Tampa. The event, one of the many charitable events help by athletes during Super Bowl week, raised money for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, which serves the h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1603.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1604.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Carols Pena will not participate for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic after having surgery Jan. 8 to repair two small tears in his lower abdominal muscle. "I'm heartbroken," he said. Pena, who said he will be ready by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fehr: 'Heightened' concern about free-agent market]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fehr-heightened-concern-about-free-agent-market.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Donald Fehr isn't saying that owners are colluding to hold down salaries, but he told Ken Rosenthal the situation has him concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 1B Pena won't play in WBC after surgery 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-1b-pena-won-t-play-in-wbc-after-surgery-1606.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Pena will sit out the World Baseball Classic following abdominal surgery.Tampa Bay's slugging first baseman had minor surgery Jan. 8 in Philadelphia to repair a tear to his lower abdominal muscle. He is expected to be ready for spring training but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 1B Pena won't play in WBC after surgery]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-1b-pena-won-t-play-in-wbc-after-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Pena will sit out the World Baseball Classic following abdominal surgery.Tampa Bay's slugging first baseman had minor surgery Jan. 8 in Philadelphia to repair a tear to his lower abdominal muscle. He is expected to be ready for spring training but ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abreu too good to last this long on free-agent market]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/abreu-too-good-to-last-this-long-on-free-agent-market.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bobby Abreu is way too good to be dangling on the free-agent market. Ken Rosenthal explores why that is, and where he might go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1596.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Manager Joe Maddon, who has been rooting for the St. Louis/Arizona Cardinals since 1962, altered his pre-spring training plans to take in the Super Bowl in Tampa. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers helped Maddon purchase tickets. --RHP Matt Garza is on Mexico's p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1597.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1598.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When it comes to negotiating with arbitration-eligible players, the Rays have a rigid rule: reach an agreement by a predetermined deadline or go to arbitration. The deadline -- noon Jan. 20 -- passed without a deal being struck with catcher Dioner Navarro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baldelli uses newspaper ad to thank Rays fans]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baldelli-uses-newspaper-ad-to-thank-rays-fans.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He's headed off to play for the rival Boston Red Sox now, but former Tampa Bay outfielder Rocco Baldelli wants Rays fans to know how much he appreciated their support over the past nine years.Baldelli, who played in the World Series after missing most of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds sign outfielder Gomes]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/reds-sign-outfielder-gomes.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheCincinnatiReds added another bat to their left-field mix on Monday, Jan. 19, as they agreed to terms with former Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jonny Gomes on a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Texas, Gil LeBreton column: Texas Rangers, like most clubs, looking for cheap thrills ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fort-worth-star-telegram-texas-gil-lebreton-column-texas-rangers-like-most-clubs-looking-for-cheap-thrills-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 23--Pitchers and catchers report in 22 days. And Manny Ramirez signs and reports when? Where? For how much? At this point, your guesses are as good as anybody else's. Ramirez is said to be seeking a four- or five-year contract worth around $25 millio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[King of spring]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/king-of-spring.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even in the black hole otherwise known as early January, Baseball still fills up the cosmos with news, rumors and gossip. It?s impossible to ignore the buzz; the industry has its tentacles wrapped tightly around you, from here to pitchers and catchers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A POWER UPGRADE ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/a-power-upgrade-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1590.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Pat Burrell won a World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays just months ago. On January 5, he joined the Rays after signing a two-year, $16 million contract. Burrell, who hit .250 with 33 home runs and 86 RBIs last season, will serve as the Rays' desig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1591.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1592.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Most managers would be a little uncomfortable if their closer underwent back surgery in the offseason. Not Joe Maddon. But as we learned last season, Maddon isn't your father's manager. Maddon used rookie David Price to close out Game 7 of the American Le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils' Romero says 50-game suspension unfair]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-romero-says-50-game-suspension-unfair.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies reliever J.C. Romero will be suspended for the first 50 games of next season after testing positive for a banned supplement, according to a pair of reports, and he thinks the punishment is unfair.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays ID 7 Stadium Prospects ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-id-7-stadium-prospects-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The panel that is charged with recommending a site has yet to discuss the list.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1581.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Pat Burrell won a World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays just months ago. On January 5, he joined the Rays after signing a two-year, $16 million contract. Burrell, who hit .250 with 33 home runs and 86 RBIs last season, will serve as the Rays' desig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1582.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1583.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Most managers would be a little uncomfortable if their closer underwent back surgery in the offseason. Not Joe Maddon. But as we learned last season, Maddon isn't your father's manager. Maddon used rookie David Price to close out Game 7 of the American Le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burrell signs two-year pact with Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/burrell-signs-two-year-pact-with-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Elvis' master has left the building.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reports: Phils' Romero to be suspended 50 games]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/reports-phils-romero-to-be-suspended-50-games.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Philadelphia Phillies reliever J.C. Romero will be suspended 50 games after testing positive for a banned substance, according to published reports.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pat provides more than a bat ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pat-provides-more-than-a-bat-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If you are a numbers guy, this might be all you need to know about Pat Burrell.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pat Burrell agrees to $16M, 2-year deal with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pat-burrell-agrees-to-16m-2-year-deal-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pat Burrell went from one World Series team to the other.The Tampa Bay Rays added a big bat to the middle of their lineup, agreeing Monday on a $16 million, two-year contract with Burrell.The 32-year-old slugger spent the past nine seasons with the Philad]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pitcher arrested by airport police ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pitcher-arrested-by-airport-police-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Times Staff Writer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big spending shows Yanks are doing it right]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/big-spending-shows-yanks-are-doing-it-right.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yanks now have four of the highest-paid players in baseball. Despite what some fans think, that's not a bad thing for the game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1576.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Most managers would be a little uncomfortable if their closer underwent back surgery in the offseason. Not Joe Maddon. But as we learned last season, Maddon isn't your father's manager. Maddon used rookie David Price to close out Game 7 of the American Le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1577.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival spoke with manager Joe Maddon before the holidays and told Maddon he was pleased with his back surgery and expects to return, if not by Opening Day, then not too long after the season opener. --RHP Joe Nelson, who passed his physical a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1578.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUMBLED BY 2008, THE NEWS OF 2009  2009-01-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/humbled-by-2008-the-news-of-2009--1579.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are two kinds of forecasters: those who don't know, and those who don't know they don't know. - John Kenneth Galbraith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCHDOG: THE BEST OF NEIL BEST ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/watchdog-the-best-of-neil-best-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eli, Peyton Manning will have family reunion in Tampa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looking back on 2008's oddest games]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/looking-back-on-2008-s-oddest-games.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do Manny and Chase Utley have in common? Find out as we look back on baseball's strangest performances of 2008.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1570.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Most managers would be a little uncomfortable if their closer underwent back surgery in the offseason. Not Joe Maddon. But as we learned last season, Maddon isn't your father's manager. Maddon used rookie David Price to close out Game 7 of the American Le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1571.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival spoke with manager Joe Maddon before the holidays and told Maddon he was pleased with his back surgery and expects to return, if not by Opening Day, then not too long after the season opener. --RHP Joe Nelson, who passed his physical a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1572.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. 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Maddon used rookie David Price to close out Game 7 of the American Le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1563.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival spoke with manager Joe Maddon before the holidays and told Maddon he was pleased with his back surgery and expects to return, if not by Opening Day, then not too long after the season opener. --RHP Joe Nelson, who passed his physical a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1564.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MID-PINELLAS SITE IN MIX FOR RAYS ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mid-pinellas-site-in-mix-for-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUMBLED BY 2008, THE NEWS OF 2009  2009-01-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/humbled-by-2008-the-news-of-2009--1566.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are two kinds of forecasters: those who don't know, and those who don't know they don't know. - John Kenneth Galbraith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PROS AND CONS OF SEVEN POSSIBLE LOCATIONS ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pros-and-cons-of-seven-possible-locations-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking for a clue where a ballpark for theTampaBayRays might wind up? The Rays have released an internal report detailing seven locations the team originally scouted before settling on AL Lang Field last year. The 64-page study only considers Pinellas Co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays sign reliever Nelson to one-year deal 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-sign-reliever-nelson-to-one-year-deal-1558.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday.Nelson, who agreed to terms last week, was 3-1 with one save in 59 appearances for the Florida Marlins last season. His 2.00 ERA was t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1559.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has apparently signed with the team, though no official announcement was made. The 34-year-old told several media outlets that the deal was completed Dec. 24. Nelson was 3-1 with a 2.00 ERA for the Marlins last season. --C Shawn Riggans h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1560.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1561.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen who predicted the Rays' success in 2008 would cost some team a lot of money in 2009, and that team appears to be the Yankees. New York's recent spending spree that netted pitchers CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett, and fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humbled by 2008, the news of 2009 ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/humbled-by-2008-the-news-of-2009-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are two kinds of forecasters: those who don't know, and those who don't know they don't know.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former dump or dog track could be new Rays stadium]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/former-dump-or-dog-track-could-be-new-rays-stadium.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A greyhound racing track and a former landfill are among seven suggested sites for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark.Each possible location is on the St. Petersburg side of the Tampa Bay. The current Tropicana Field area made the list, as did Progress Energy ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays sign reliever Nelson to one-year deal 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-sign-reliever-nelson-to-one-year-deal-1554.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday.Nelson, who agreed to terms last week, was 3-1 with one save in 59 appearances for the Florida Marlins last season. His 2.00 ERA was t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1555.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has apparently signed with the team, though no official announcement was made. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1557.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen who predicted the Rays' success in 2008 would cost some team a lot of money in 2009, and that team appears to be the Yankees. New York's recent spending spree that netted pitchers CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett, and fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shooting from the lip ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/shooting-from-the-lip-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Times staff writer Tom Jones looks at the best and worst of sports and sports television in 2008.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays sign reliever Joe Nelson]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-sign-reliever-joe-nelson.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday.Nelson, who agreed to terms last week, was 3-1 with one save in 59 appearances for the Florida Marlins last season. His 2.00 ERA was t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays sign reliever Nelson to one-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-sign-reliever-nelson-to-one-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday.Nelson, who agreed to terms last week, was 3-1 with one save in 59 appearances for the Florida Marlins last season. His 2.00 ERA was t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1549.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has apparently signed with the team, though no official announcement was made. The 34-year-old told several media outlets that the deal was completed Dec. 24. Nelson was 3-1 with a 2.00 ERA for the Marlins last season. --C Shawn Riggans h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1550.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1551.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:35:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen who predicted the Rays' success in 2008 would cost some team a lot of money in 2009, and that team appears to be the Yankees. New York's recent spending spree that netted pitchers CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett, and fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1542.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has apparently signed with the team, though no official announcement was made. The 34-year-old told several media outlets that the deal was completed Dec. 24. Nelson was 3-1 with a 2.00 ERA for the Marlins last season. --C Shawn Riggans h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1543.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1544.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen who predicted the Rays' success in 2008 would cost some team a lot of money in 2009, and that team appears to be the Yankees. New York's recent spending spree that netted pitchers CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett, and fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[9 TO WATCH IN 2009 ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/9-to-watch-in-2009-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By The editors of the St. Petersburg times]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best of 2008]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/best-of-2008.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The White Sox's postseason run lasted just one game longer than the Cubs', but their path to October -- three victories in three win-or-go-home games against three different opponents over three days to end the regular season -- left a lasting impression.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1538.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1539.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen who predicted the Rays' success in 2008 would cost some team a lot of money in 2009, and that team appears to be the Yankees. New York's recent spending spree that netted pitchers CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett, and fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1540.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has apparently signed with the team, though no official announcement was made. The 34-year-old told several media outlets that the deal was completed Dec. 24. Nelson was 3-1 with a 2.00 ERA for the Marlins last season. --C Shawn Riggans h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1541.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1531.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1532.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen who predicted the Rays' success in 2008 would cost some team a lot of money in 2009, and that team appears to be the Yankees. New York's recent spending spree that netted pitchers CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett, and fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1533.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has apparently signed with the team, though no official announcement was made. The 34-year-old told several media outlets that the deal was completed Dec. 24. Nelson was 3-1 with a 2.00 ERA for the Marlins last season. --C Shawn Riggans h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 GREPEFRIUT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/2009-grepefriut-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPABAYRays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten reasons the Yanks had to get Teixeira]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/ten-reasons-the-yanks-had-to-get-teixeira.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are tons of reasons why the Yankees did the right thing by signing Mark Teixeira. Joel Sherman narrows down the 10 best.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1536.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1527.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen who predicted the Rays' success in 2008 would cost some team a lot of money in 2009, and that team appears to be the Yankees.  New York's recent spending spree that netted pitchers CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett, and f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1528.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joe Nelson has apparently signed with the team, though no official announcement was made. The 34-year-old told several media outlets that the deal was completed Dec. 24. Nelson was 3-1 with a 2.00 ERA for the Marlins last season.  --C Shawn Riggans ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1529.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1530.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 08:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1523.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1524.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. The Rays outfielder, who returned in August from what was believed to be a mitochondrial disorder, said further tests by the Cleveland Clinic revealed he is suffering from a different]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1525.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Dan Johnson's contract has been sold to the Yokohama BayStars, according to multiple media reports. Johnson played just 10 games for the Rays, but he hit one of the most memorable homers in franchise history. In his first at-bat for Tampa Bay, he hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1526.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A gift for Lightning, and it's a bargain ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/a-gift-for-lightning-and-it-s-a-bargain-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wouldn't you know it, I got the bad draw on Secret Santa again.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1519.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1520.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. The Rays outfielder, who returned in August from what was believed to be a mitochondrial disorder, said further tests by the Cleveland Clinic revealed he is suffering from a different]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1521.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Dan Johnson's contract has been sold to the Yokohama BayStars, according to multiple media reports. Johnson played just 10 games for the Rays, but he hit one of the most memorable homers in franchise history. In his first at-bat for Tampa Bay, he hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1522.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baldelli on list of power targets]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baldelli-on-list-of-power-targets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Pirates are one of a half-dozen teams in pursuit of outfielder Rocco Baldelli, one of the most intriguing -- and risky -- players available in Major League Baseball's free agency.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1513.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1514.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. The Rays outfielder, who returned in August from what was believed to be a mitochondrial disorder, said further tests by the Cleveland Clinic revealed he is suffering from a different]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1515.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Dan Johnson's contract has been sold to the Yokohama BayStars, according to multiple media reports. Johnson played just 10 games for the Rays, but he hit one of the most memorable homers in franchise history. In his first at-bat for Tampa Bay, he hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1516.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The sports world in 60 seconds  2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/the-sports-world-in-60-seconds--1517.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1507.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. The Rays outfielder, who returned in August from what was believed to be a mitochondrial disorder, said further tests by the Cleveland Clinic revealed he is suffering from a different]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1508.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Dan Johnson's contract has been sold to the Yokohama BayStars, according to multiple media reports. Johnson played just 10 games for the Rays, but he hit one of the most memorable homers in franchise history. In his first at-bat for Tampa Bay, he hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1509.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees haven't overtaken BoSox, Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yankees-haven-t-overtaken-bosox-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite adding CC and A.J. Burnett, the Yanks still haven't proven to Dayn Perry that they'll be better than third in the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The sports world in 60 seconds  2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/the-sports-world-in-60-seconds--1511.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1502.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. The Rays outfielder, who returned in August from what was believed to be a mitochondrial disorder, said further tests by the Cleveland Clinic revealed he is suffering from a different]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1503.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Dan Johnson's contract has been sold to the Yokohama BayStars, according to multiple media reports. Johnson played just 10 games for the Rays, but he hit one of the most memorable homers in franchise history. In his first at-bat for Tampa Bay, he hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1504.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The sports world in 60 seconds  2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/the-sports-world-in-60-seconds--1505.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1499.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. The Rays outfielder, who returned in August from what was believed to be a mitochondrial disorder, said further tests by the Cleveland Clinic revealed he is suffering from a different]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1500.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jason Hammel, who spent almost all of 2008 in the bullpen, has become a candidate for the rotation now that Edwin Jackson has been traded to Detroit. Hammel made five starts in April, then moved to the bullpen when Scott Kazmir came off the disabled]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1501.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1495.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1496.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. 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Hammel made five starts in April, then moved to the bullpen when Scott Kazmir came off the disabled]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers  2008-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers--1498.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get toNewYork as theYankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1491.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1492.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[News out of Rhode Island on Dec. 17 was encouraging for Rocco Baldelli. The Rays outfielder, who returned in August from what was believed to be a mitochondrial disorder, said further tests by the Cleveland Clinic revealed he is suffering from a different]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1493.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jason Hammel, who spent almost all of 2008 in the bullpen, has become a candidate for the rotation now that Edwin Jackson has been traded to Detroit. Hammel made five starts in April, then moved to the bullpen when Scott Kazmir came off the disabled]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers  2008-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers--1494.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get toNewYork as theYankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Once Teixeira signs, others likely to get deals fast]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/once-teixeira-signs-others-likely-to-get-deals-fast.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is holding up the free agent market all by himself. Once he signs, Ken Rosenthal says others will follow in a hurry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1487.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman left the winter meetings with a possible answer for the void in right field after acquiring Detroit's Matt Joyce for pitcher Edwin Jackson. Joyce, a 24-year-old, left-handed power hitter, hit .252 with 12 home runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1488.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Rodriguez of the White Sox organization was selected by the Rays during the Rule 5 draft. Rodriguez was 5-2 with a 3.29 ERA and two saves in 49 games in 2008, splitting his time between Class AA Birmingham and Class AAA Charlotte. --RHP Chad O]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1489.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers  2008-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers--1490.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get toNewYork as theYankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1481.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman left the winter meetings with a possible answer for the void in right field after acquiring Detroit's Matt Joyce for pitcher Edwin Jackson. Joyce, a 24-year-old, left-handed power hitter, hit .252 with 12 home runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1482.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Rodriguez of the White Sox organization was selected by the Rays during the Rule 5 draft. Rodriguez was 5-2 with a 3.29 ERA and two saves in 49 games in 2008, splitting his time between Class AA Birmingham and Class AAA Charlotte. --RHP Chad O]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1483.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers  2008-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers--1484.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get toNewYork as theYankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks shedding salaries to go after more players 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yanks-shedding-salaries-to-go-after-more-players-1485.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By shedding salaries like Carl Pavano's $11 million, the Yankees can add players and still cut costs. Ken Rosenthal explains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 01:30:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get toNewYork as theYankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers  2008-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers--1480.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 01:30:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get to New York as the Yankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1475.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1476.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman left the winter meetings with a possible answer for the void in right field after acquiring Detroit's Matt Joyce for pitcher Edwin Jackson. Joyce, a 24-year-old, left-handed power hitter, hit .252 with 12 home runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1477.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Rodriguez of the White Sox organization was selected by the Rays during the Rule 5 draft. Rodriguez was 5-2 with a 3.29 ERA and two saves in 49 games in 2008, splitting his time between Class AA Birmingham and Class AAA Charlotte. --RHP Chad O]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks shedding salaries to go after more players 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yanks-shedding-salaries-to-go-after-more-players-1478.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By shedding salaries like Carl Pavano's $11 million, the Yankees can add players and still cut costs. Ken Rosenthal explains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks shedding salaries to go after more players]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yanks-shedding-salaries-to-go-after-more-players.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By shedding salaries like Carl Pavano's $11 million, the Yankees can add players and still cut costs. Ken Rosenthal explains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pinellas Tourism Enjoyed Rays' 1st Winning Season ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pinellas-tourism-enjoyed-rays-1st-winning-season-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Study says the team generated 5 percent of overnight stays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA Comes Calling ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/team-usa-comes-calling-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Team USA Comes Calling]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1472.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Rodriguez of the White Sox organization was selected by the Rays during the Rule 5 draft. Rodriguez was 5-2 with a 3.29 ERA and two saves in 49 games in 2008, splitting his time between Class AA Birmingham and Class AAA Charlotte. --RHP Chad O]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1473.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1474.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman left the winter meetings with a possible answer for the void in right field after acquiring Detroit's Matt Joyce for pitcher Edwin Jackson. Joyce, a 24-year-old, left-handed power hitter, hit .252 with 12 home runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OF Jonny Gomes becomes free agent]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/of-jonny-gomes-becomes-free-agent.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays decided against offering Jonny Gomes a contract for next season, making the outfielder a free agent Friday.Gomes batted .182 with eight homers and 21 RBIs in 77 games this year as the Rays won the AL pennant. He was optioned to the Trip]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1465.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Rodriguez of the White Sox organization was selected by the Rays during the Rule 5 draft. Rodriguez was 5-2 with a 3.29 ERA and two saves in 49 games in 2008, splitting his time between Class AA Birmingham and Class AAA Charlotte. --RHP Chad O]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1466.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1467.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman left the winter meetings with a possible answer for the void in right field after acquiring Detroit's Matt Joyce for pitcher Edwin Jackson. Joyce, a 24-year-old, left-handed power hitter, hit .252 with 12 home runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for departure  Details of the deal being worked out ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/preparing-for-departure-details-of-the-deal-being-worked-out-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas - After an unexpected morning hiccup in negotiations, talks were back on track later Thursday for a trade that will sendMilwaukeeBrewers centerfielder Mike Cameron to New York for Yankees centerfielder Melky Cabrera.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1458.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Rodriguez of the White Sox organization was selected by the Rays during the Rule 5 draft. Rodriguez was 5-2 with a 3.29 ERA and two saves in 49 games in 2008, splitting his time between Class AA Birmingham and Class AAA Charlotte. --RHP Chad O]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1459.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1460.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman left the winter meetings with a possible answer for the void in right field after acquiring Detroit's Matt Joyce for pitcher Edwin Jackson. Joyce, a 24-year-old, left-handed power hitter, hit .252 with 12 home runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jays continue to window shop ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/jays-continue-to-window-shop-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Blue Jays have been shopping the Bellagio lobby for a shortstop.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heilman, Chavez traded to Seattle for reliever Putz ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/heilman-chavez-traded-to-seattle-for-reliever-putz-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NOTEBOOK LAS VEGAS - The way the Mets and Yankees have been acting this week, they should have just had these winter meetings in New York.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: American League]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-american-league.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia was the big move. But as Ed Price sums up the state of the AL, he likes the Indians getting Kerry Wood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets add Putz to bullpen ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mets-add-putz-to-bullpen-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets obtained J.J. Putz from Seattle on Wednesday night as part of a three-team, 12-player trade that gives them a setup man for new closer Francisco Rodriguez.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks, Sox fans serve a purpose ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/yanks-sox-fans-serve-a-purpose-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By STEVE HUETTEL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1454.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1455.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman headed to Las Vegas for baseball's annual winter meetings with a wish list shorter than in years past but basically the same need as every season: add offense and improve the pitching depth.  Friedman said the top ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1456.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Edwin Jackson, a regular-season rotation mainstay who didn't start a game in the postseason, was dealt to the Tigers. Jackson made 32 appearances (31 starts) for Tampa Bay this year, going 14-11 with a 4.42 ERA. In exchange for Jackson, the Tigers s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers acquire Jackson from Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tigers-acquire-jackson-from-rays.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tigers acquired right-hander Edwin Jackson from the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday for outfielder Matt Joyce, Detroit's second trade in three days at the winter meetings.Jackson is set to join a rotation alongside Justin Verlander, Armando Galarraga and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates release 35-game Grapefruit League schedule ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pirates-release-35-game-grapefruit-league-schedule-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS -- Because of the World Baseball Classic, spring training will be a week longer in 2009. The Pirates today released their 35-game Grapefruit League schedule, which includes 19 home games (three more than last year).]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1449.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman headed to Las Vegas for baseball's annual winter meetings with a wish list shorter than in years past but basically the same need as every season: add offense and improve the pitching depth.  Friedman said the top ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1450.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival underwent surgery on his back to relieve nerve pressure. He is expected to be ready by Opening Day. But, given Percival's injury woes in 2008 (hamstring, knee and back injuries that sent him to the disabled list on three occasions), th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1451.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL NOTES]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baseball-notes.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The American League may not have won the World Series this year, but it is still regarded as the superior league. The Red Sox have been the AL's premier team the past six years, but their quest for a World Series appearance in 2009 is far from a gimme. La]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SUITORS KEEP AN EYE ON RAYS  2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/suitors-keep-an-eye-on-rays--1445.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1446.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1447.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival underwent surgery on his back to relieve nerve pressure. He is expected to be ready by Opening Day. But, given Percival's injury woes in 2008 (hamstring, knee and back injuries that sent him to the disabled list on three occasions), th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1440.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1441.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival underwent surgery on his back to relieve nerve pressure. He is expected to be ready by Opening Day. But, given Percival's injury woes in 2008 (hamstring, knee and back injuries that sent him to the disabled list on three occasions), th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1442.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman headed to Las Vegas for baseball's annual winter meetings with a wish list shorter than in years past but basically the same need as every season: add offense and improve the pitching depth.  Friedman said the top ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays don't need much offseason help to stay good ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-don-t-need-much-offseason-help-to-stay-good-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Don't expect the Rays to be big buyers this winter. Dayn Perry says that's not necessarily good news for the rest of the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Success starts at top]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/success-starts-at-top.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Leadoff hitters are best identified early and developed at the minor-league level. That's the reality behind the seemingly endless search for reliable ones in the big leagues, including on both sides ofChicago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suitors keep an eye on Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/suitors-keep-an-eye-on-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Aaron Sharockman]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1437.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1438.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival underwent surgery on his back to relieve nerve pressure. He is expected to be ready by Opening Day. But, given Percival's injury woes in 2008 (hamstring, knee and back injuries that sent him to the disabled list on three occasions), th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1439.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Executive vice president Andrew Friedman headed to Las Vegas for baseball's annual winter meetings with a wish list shorter than in years past but basically the same need as every season: add offense and improve the pitching depth.  Friedman said the top ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1430.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1431.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival underwent surgery on his back to relieve nerve pressure. He is expected to be ready by Opening Day. 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CARDINALS  ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/deal-for-miller-is-reduced-to-one-year-contract-is-reworked-after-mri-reveals-a-tear-in-shoulder-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A deal delayed had to be a deal redone when a tear was discovered in the pitching shoulder of Trever Miller, the lefty who said the Cardinals had pursued him since free agency opened.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards deal for Greene ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/cards-deal-for-greene-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals have attempted to address their question at shortstop by acquiring one of the league's largest enigmas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's $102,230 for losing ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/it-s-102-230-for-losing-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Without getting to the World Series, Red Sox players still did pretty well financially from Baseball's postseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays closer Percival has back surgery 2008-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-closer-percival-has-back-surgery-1429.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays closer Troy Percival had back surgery this week and is expected to be ready to return to the AL champions before opening day.The 39-year-old right-hander went 2-1 with a 4.53 ERA and a team-leading 28 saves this year, but also missed 42 gam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1416.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Troy Percival, who missed the entire postseason with an ailing back, had back surgery Dec. 2. 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A wild pitch and a throwing error in the bottom o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal for Miller is reduced to one year Contract is reworked after MRI reveals a tear in shoulder. ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/deal-for-miller-is-reduced-to-one-year-contract-is-reworked-after-mri-reveals-a-tear-in-shoulder-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A deal delayed had to be a deal redone when a tear was discovered in the pitching shoulder of Trever Miller, the lefty who said the Cardinals had pursued him since free agency opened.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB clubs cutting ticket prices ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/mlb-clubs-cutting-ticket-prices-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Major League Baseball franchises are reacting to the country's recession, as more than half of the 30 clubs are freezing or cutting season-ticket prices for 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays closer Percival has back surgery]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-closer-percival-has-back-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays closer Troy Percival had back surgery this week and is expected to be ready to return to the AL champions before opening day.The 39-year-old right-hander went 2-1 with a 4.53 ERA and a team-leading 28 saves this year, but also missed 42 gam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/-1422.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK (AP) - A full World Series share was worth $351,504 for the Philadelphia Phillies, below the record $362,173 set by the St. Louis Cardinals two years ago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1410.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Fernando Perez, who provided a big lift once he was promoted to the Rays in September, is working on his left-handed hitting with Leones del Caracas in the Venezuela Winter League. The switch hitter, named the Rays' minor league player of the year in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1411.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. 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A wild pitch and a throwing error in the bottom o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charley leads A-B past WVU Tech]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/charley-leads-a-b-past-wvu-tech.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tori Charley, a former South Charleston High standout, scored 19 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to lead Alderson-Broaddus to its first win of the season, a 73-48 decision over WVU Tech in a women's basketball matchup Monday evening in Montgomery.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates of the Caribbean: Brick by brick]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/pirates-of-the-caribbean-brick-by-brick.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GUERRA, Dominican Republic -- Perhaps it is designed to make Pittsburgh seem real to the youngsters who will play here.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The sports world in 60 seconds  2008-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/the-sports-world-in-60-seconds--1415.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1404.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Fernando Perez, who provided a big lift once he was promoted to the Rays in September, is working on his left-handed hitting with Leones del Caracas in the Venezuela Winter League. 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A wild pitch and a throwing error in the bottom o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who's on first? ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/who-s-on-first-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Red Sox have named former major leaguer and Tampa Bay Rays assistant coach Tim Bogar their new first base coach.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vikings will decide status of Artis Hicks Sunday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The sports world in 60 seconds  2008-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/the-sports-world-in-60-seconds--1409.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building(s) for the future The Pirates' Latin American Academy is a step in the right direction, but also needs a cohesive devel]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/building-s-for-the-future-the-pirates-latin-american-academy-is-a-step-in-the-right-direction-but-also-needs-a-cohesive-development-plan-for-players-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GUERRA, Dominican Republic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1399.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays manager Joe Maddon was looking ahead to spring training even while sitting behind the desk inside the visiting manager's office at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia before Game 4 of the World Series. 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Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last pitch for Rice's supporters with his final Hall of Fame vote ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/last-pitch-for-rice-s-supporters-with-his-final-hall-of-fame-vote-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[My 2009 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot arrived in the mail the other day. I gave it a once-over and then put it aside. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1380.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Magrane is leaving the Rays' broadcast booth for the new MLB Network, a change that on the surface appears to be felt more in living rooms of Rays fans than in the Rays clubhouse. But that could change if Brian Anderson replaces Magrane. Anderson star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1381.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--No one within the organization will comment, but the scouts who watched LHP Scott Kazmir pitch feel he was not healthy during the 2008 season. They feel the elbow injury that shut down his spring training and forced him to miss the first month of the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Pettitte talks with Torre about Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/sources-pettitte-talks-with-torre-about-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy Pettitte has spoken with Joe Torre about joining the Dodgers, sources tell Ken Rosenthal. Get the latest hot stove update.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1376.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:40:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1372.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Magrane is leaving the Rays' broadcast booth for the new MLB Network, a change that on the surface appears to be felt more in living rooms of Rays fans than in the Rays clubhouse. But that could change if Brian Anderson replaces Magrane. Anderson star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1373.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--No one within the organization will comment, but the scouts who watched LHP Scott Kazmir pitch feel he was not healthy during the 2008 season. They feel the elbow injury that shut down his spring training and forced him to miss the first month of the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1374.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Immortal Arenas waxes poetic ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/immortal-arenas-waxes-poetic-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hot topics]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1366.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Magrane is leaving the Rays' broadcast booth for the new MLB Network, a change that on the surface appears to be felt more in living rooms of Rays fans than in the Rays clubhouse. But that could change if Brian Anderson replaces Magrane. Anderson star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1367.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--No one within the organization will comment, but the scouts who watched LHP Scott Kazmir pitch feel he was not healthy during the 2008 season. They feel the elbow injury that shut down his spring training and forced him to miss the first month of the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1368.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans Need To Back Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/fans-need-to-back-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's never a good time to raise ticket prices, especiALly now, with the economy spirALing south. But you have to give a hand to the Tampa Bay Rays for maintaining their ultra-fan friendly approach even when increasing ticket prices for 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays unveil spring training schedule ]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-unveil-spring-training-schedule-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays will play 15 Grapefruit League games, plus an exhibition against the Puerto Rican NationAL Team, during their first spring training in Port Charlotte.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils tab Proefrock to help new GM Amaro 2008-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-tab-proefrock-to-help-new-gm-amaro-1371.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phillies, filling their last major front-office vacancy, have chosen Scott Proefrock for the role previously held by their new general manager, Ruben Amaro, Jr.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1362.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Magrane is leaving the Rays' broadcast booth for the new MLB Network, a change that on the surface appears to be felt more in living rooms of Rays fans than in the Rays clubhouse. But that could change if Brian Anderson replaces Magrane. Anderson star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1363.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--No one within the organization will comment, but the scouts who watched LHP Scott Kazmir pitch feel he was not healthy during the 2008 season. They feel the elbow injury that shut down his spring training and forced him to miss the first month of the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1364.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils tab Proefrock to help new GM Amaro 2008-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-tab-proefrock-to-help-new-gm-amaro-1365.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 08:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phillies, filling their last major front-office vacancy, have chosen Scott Proefrock for the role previously held by their new general manager, Ruben Amaro, Jr.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1358.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:35:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Magrane is leaving the Rays' broadcast booth for the new MLB Network, a change that on the surface appears to be felt more in living rooms of Rays fans than in the Rays clubhouse. But that could change if Brian Anderson replaces Magrane. Anderson star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1359.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:35:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--No one within the organization will comment, but the scouts who watched LHP Scott Kazmir pitch feel he was not healthy during the 2008 season. They feel the elbow injury that shut down his spring training and forced him to miss the first month of the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1360.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:35:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils tab Proefrock to help new GM Amaro 2008-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-tab-proefrock-to-help-new-gm-amaro-1361.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:35:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phillies, filling their last major front-office vacancy, have chosen Scott Proefrock for the role previously held by their new general manager, Ruben Amaro, Jr.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1354.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays could use a closer, and Trevor Hoffman, a pretty good closer, could use a job. Baseball's all-time saves leader will not re-sign with the Padres, who pulled a $4 million offer off the table Nov. 11 and told Hoffman to look elsewhere for employmen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1355.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton underwent surgery to repair the torn labrum in his left (non-throwing) shoulder. While his rehab may extend into spring training, the Rays expect Upton to be in the lineup on Opening Day. The injury cut into Upton's power production during]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1356.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils tab Proefrock to help new GM Amaro 2008-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-tab-proefrock-to-help-new-gm-amaro-1357.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phillies, filling their last major front-office vacancy, have chosen Scott Proefrock for the role previously held by their new general manager, Ruben Amaro, Jr.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1350.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays could use a closer, and Trevor Hoffman, a pretty good closer, could use a job. 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The injury cut into Upton's power production during]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1352.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils tab Proefrock to help new GM Amaro 2008-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-tab-proefrock-to-help-new-gm-amaro-1353.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phillies, filling their last major front-office vacancy, have chosen Scott Proefrock for the role previously held by their new general manager, Ruben Amaro, Jr.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1345.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays could use a closer, and Trevor Hoffman, a pretty good closer, could use a job. 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Upton had surgery on his left shoulder this week and the Rays expect him to be ready by opening day.Dr. James Andrews did the surgery Tuesday, Rays executive vice president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said."We don']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1321.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The run to the World Series threw a bit of a wrench into the offseason plans of Rays executive vice president Andrew Friedman. Normally, he's working on assembling next year's team by Oct. 1. This year, he had to wait another month before he could even th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1322.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' Upton has surgery on left shoulder]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-upton-has-surgery-on-left-shoulder.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay center fielder B.J. Upton had surgery on his left shoulder this week and the Rays expect him to be ready by opening day.Dr. James Andrews did the surgery Tuesday, Rays executive vice president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said."We don']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' Upton has surgery on left shoulder 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-upton-has-surgery-on-left-shoulder-1325.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay center fielder B.J. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1318.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The run to the World Series threw a bit of a wrench into the offseason plans of Rays executive vice president Andrew Friedman. Normally, he's working on assembling next year's team by Oct. 1. This year, he had to wait another month before he could even th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1319.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Pena became the first Ray in the franchise's history to win a Gold Glove. Pena made only two errors in 1,097 chances this season. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1314.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:35:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The run to the World Series threw a bit of a wrench into the offseason plans of Rays executive vice president Andrew Friedman. Normally, he's working on assembling next year's team by Oct. 1. This year, he had to wait another month before he could even th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1315.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:35:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Pena became the first Ray in the franchise's history to win a Gold Glove. Pena made only two errors in 1,097 chances this season. 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The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1306.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 08:35:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The run to the World Series threw a bit of a wrench into the offseason plans of Rays executive vice president Andrew Friedman. Normally, he's working on assembling next year's team by Oct. 1. This year, he had to wait another month before he could even th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1307.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 08:35:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Pena became the first Ray in the franchise's history to win a Gold Glove. Pena made only two errors in 1,097 chances this season. 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Ken Rosenthal looks at their potential list.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offseason will be dictated by what Yankees do 2008-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/offseason-will-be-dictated-by-what-yankees-do-1310.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 08:35:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The free agent market is better. The economy is worse. What will it all mean? Joel Sherman says it depends on the Yankees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar 2008-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar-1311.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 08:35:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The rain-soaked World Series raised some red flags, and Ken Rosenthal says baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Value of Holliday, Atkins questioned 2008-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/value-of-holliday-atkins-questioned-1298.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday's Coors Field stats might not apply in St. Louis, which is why the Cards should be trade-skeptical, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1299.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Pena became the first Ray in the franchise's history to win a Gold Glove. 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Joel Sherman says it depends on the Yankees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1264.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays grew up during their amazing run to the World Series. They found out their young players were ready for prime time, as Evan Longoria, B.J. Upton, David Price and Matt Garza all took star turns at different times during the postseason. They saw th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1265.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Jason Bartlett insisted he made the right play in trying to score on Akinori Iwamura's groundball up the middle during the seventh-inning rally in the continuation of Game 5 of the World Series. He said that given another opportunity, he would do exa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1266.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As disappointed as they were to lose the World Series in five games, the Rays were encouraged by their future possibilities. Virtually all of their key players are under age 30 and under team control. The challenge going into the offseason will be to find]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the Phillies pulled it off]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/how-the-phillies-pulled-it-off.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Philadelphia Phillies, for just the second time in their 125-year history, are world champs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offseason will be dictated by what Yankees do]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/offseason-will-be-dictated-by-what-yankees-do.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The free agent market is better. The economy is worse. What will it all mean? Joel Sherman say it depends on the Yankees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar 2008-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar-1269.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays planning to work on new deal for Baldelli 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-planning-to-work-on-new-deal-for-baldelli-1270.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays hope to start talks soon on a new contract with right fielder-designated hitter Rocco Baldelli.Baldelli, who hit a solo homer in Game 5 of the World Series, was one of this season's inspirational stories.The 27-year old returned to play]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1263.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 06:20:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays grew up during their amazing run to the World Series. They found out their young players were ready for prime time, as Evan Longoria, B.J. Upton, David Price and Matt Garza all took star turns at different times during the postseason. They saw th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1257.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: DH Cliff Floyd (slightly torn labrum in right shoulder) was removed from the World Series roster before Game 4. He said he would retire if he would need surgery to continue his playing career. RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1258.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays were dealing Wednesday night with the disappointment of losing the World Series. Eventually they will celebrate what they did accomplish. "I think right now we just have to take it all in. We lost the World Series -- it's not something to be prou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1259.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Jason Bartlett made an aggressive attempt to score from second base in the seventh inning but got thrown out at the plate on a heads-up play by Phillies 2B Chase Utley. "It's a good baseball play on both sides," manager Joe Maddon said. "I liked what]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar 2008-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar-1260.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays planning to work on new deal for Baldelli 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-planning-to-work-on-new-deal-for-baldelli-1261.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays hope to start talks soon on a new contract with right fielder-designated hitter Rocco Baldelli.Baldelli, who hit a solo homer in Game 5 of the World Series, was one of this season's inspirational stories.The 27-year old returned to play]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Philly fans stream into streets to celebrate title 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/philly-fans-stream-into-streets-to-celebrate-title-1262.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 08:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tens of thousands of horn-honking, high-fiving Phillies fans streamed into the streets Wednesday night after Philadelphia won the World Series, celebrating the championship by knocking down traffic signals, spraying beer and shooting off fireworks.Fans ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1251.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: DH Cliff Floyd (slightly torn labrum in right shoulder) was removed from the World Series roster before Game 4. He said he would retire if he would need surgery to continue his playing career. RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1252.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays were dealing Wednesday night with the disappointment of losing the World Series. Eventually they will celebrate what they did accomplish. "I think right now we just have to take it all in. We lost the World Series -- it's not something to be prou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1253.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Jason Bartlett made an aggressive attempt to score from second base in the seventh inning but got thrown out at the plate on a heads-up play by Phillies 2B Chase Utley. "It's a good baseball play on both sides," manager Joe Maddon said. "I liked what]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar 2008-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar-1254.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays planning to work on new deal for Baldelli 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-planning-to-work-on-new-deal-for-baldelli-1255.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays hope to start talks soon on a new contract with right fielder-designated hitter Rocco Baldelli.Baldelli, who hit a solo homer in Game 5 of the World Series, was one of this season's inspirational stories.The 27-year old returned to play]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Philly fans stream into streets to celebrate title 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/philly-fans-stream-into-streets-to-celebrate-title-1256.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 08:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tens of thousands of horn-honking, high-fiving Phillies fans streamed into the streets Wednesday night after Philadelphia won the World Series, celebrating the championship by knocking down traffic signals, spraying beer and shooting off fireworks.Fans ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1242.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: DH Cliff Floyd (slightly torn labrum in right shoulder) was removed from the World Series roster before Game 4. He said he would retire if he would need surgery to continue his playing career. RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1243.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays were dealing Wednesday night with the disappointment of losing the World Series. Eventually they will celebrate what they did accomplish. "I think right now we just have to take it all in. We lost the World Series -- it's not something to be prou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1244.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Jason Bartlett made an aggressive attempt to score from second base in the seventh inning but got thrown out at the plate on a heads-up play by Phillies 2B Chase Utley. "It's a good baseball play on both sides," manager Joe Maddon said. "I liked what]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays planning to work on new deal for Baldelli]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-planning-to-work-on-new-deal-for-baldelli.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays hope to start talks soon on a new contract with right fielder-designated hitter Rocco Baldelli.Baldelli, who hit a solo homer in Game 5 of the World Series, was one of this season's inspirational stories.The 27-year old returned to play]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays raise expectations for future]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-raise-expectations-for-future.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One remarkable ride is over, and the Tampa Bay Rays are already planning another.No stepping back to savor what they accomplished over the past six months. The AL champions want to make winning and going to the World Series an expectation."Our minds have ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Series draws record-low TV ratings]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/world-series-draws-record-low-tv-ratings.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A small-market team and a short series often are guarantees of low television ratings for sports in this age of fractured audiences. The 2008 World Series added to that double whammy the disjointing impact of a long rain delay and a suspended game.The Phi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils, fans set for World Series parade]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-fans-set-for-world-series-parade.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Many baseball fans here would not speak the "P" word in the anxious days leading up to the city's World Series title, lest they jinx the team.But now that the Philadelphia Phillies have claimed their second championship, everyone is talking about a parade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Philly fans stream into streets to celebrate title 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/philly-fans-stream-into-streets-to-celebrate-title-1250.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tens of thousands of horn-honking, high-fiving Phillies fans streamed into the streets Wednesday night after Philadelphia won the World Series, celebrating the championship by knocking down traffic signals, spraying beer and shooting off fireworks.Fans ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bush congratulates Phils on World Series win]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/bush-congratulates-phils-on-world-series-win.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[President Bush has called the president of the Philadelphia Phillies to congratulate the National League team on winning this year's World Series.White House spokeswoman Dana Perino said that Bush talked to David Montgomery, the Phillies' president, on Th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Philly fans stream into streets to celebrate title]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/philly-fans-stream-into-streets-to-celebrate-title.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tens of thousands of horn-honking, high-fiving Phillies fans streamed into the streets Wednesday night after Philadelphia won the World Series, celebrating the championship by knocking down traffic signals, spraying beer and shooting off fireworks.Fans ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 4, Rays 3]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-4-rays-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now that they've won the World Series, the Philadelphia Phillies get to celebrate with a parade down Broad Street on Halloween.Their costume problem is solved. They can go dressed as champions."It's bigger than I actually felt like it was," manager Charli]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just like all season, Lidge nails it down]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/just-like-all-season-lidge-nails-it-down.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brad Lidge dropped to his knees and raised his arms in the air, screaming "We did it!" Catcher Carlos Ruiz ran out and leaped into Lidge's arms and, starting with a big tackle from Ryan Howard, everyone piled on.Just like he did all season, Mr. Perfect na]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Rays eye promising future]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/young-rays-eye-promising-future.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.P. Howell wept, while some of his teammates spoke barely above a whisper. Through all of the disappointment, the Tampa Bay Rays made one thing clear: They arrived this season."It's powerful what we got done this year," manager Joe Maddon said after the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Series winner has nice ring for Manuel]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/world-series-winner-has-nice-ring-for-manuel.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlie Manuel looked up at the crowd that loved to boo him and had one message for the Phillies fans all wildly cheering him now."Who's the world champion?" he said repeatedly.Yo, Philly. You know the answer.Listening to the throaty chants bellowed by de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rollins really does have team to beat]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rollins-really-does-have-team-to-beat.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No player backs up his bold words like Jimmy Rollins.The MVP shortstop made a splash in 2007 when he said the Phillies would be the team to beat in the NL East. They stormed back from a huge September hole to overtake the Mets and win the division. Rollin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1240.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: DH Cliff Floyd (slightly torn labrum in right shoulder) was removed from the World Series roster before Game 4. He said he would retire if he would need surgery to continue his playing career. RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1241.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays were dealing Wednesday night with the disappointment of losing the World Series. Eventually they will celebrate what they did accomplish. "I think right now we just have to take it all in. We lost the World Series -- it's not something to be prou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whither the weather: Wacky World Series on hold]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/whither-the-weather-wacky-world-series-on-hold.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fall Classic? More like the Rainfall Classic.The threat of bad weather kept the World Series on hold Tuesday, leaving the Tampa Bay Rays stuck at a hotel in Delaware and the Philadelphia Phillies still close to a possible championship.Sooner or later, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cozy Rays ride out storm in Delaware]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/cozy-rays-ride-out-storm-in-delaware.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Should the Tampa Bay Rays wind up taking the World Series back to Florida, the name of one of the heroes will not be found in the box score.Jeff Ziegler is the team's traveling secretary. Thanks to him, the AL champions were able to rest comfortably while]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1229.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The suspension of Game 5 of the World Series was an inconvenience for the Rays but could work to their advantage. Their biggest edge is that Phillies ace Cole Hamels won't be pitching when the game resumes. "It's tough," Hamels said. "It's not how you wan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1230.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Kazmir worked only four innings, walking a career-high-tying six. He became the first pitcher to walk six in a World Series game since Florida's Livan Hernandez in 1997. --1B Carlos Pena, who hadn't had a hit since Game 5 of the AL Championshi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1231.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: DH Cliff Floyd (slightly torn labrum in right shoulder) was removed from the World Series roster before Game 4. He said he would retire if he would need surgery to continue his playing career. RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils can win World Series with 3 1/2 strong innings]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-can-win-world-series-with-3-1/2-strong-innings.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now batting for the Phillies is anyone's guess.When Game 5 of this wacky World Series resumes Wednesday night, weather permitting, a pinch-hitter for Philadelphia will get the first crack at breaking a 2-2 tie. The Phillies also get to bat last - if neede]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome back to Game 5: First up, a pinch hitter]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/welcome-back-to-game-5-first-up-a-pinch-hitter.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome back to the World Series. Leading off for the Philadelphia Phillies, a pinch hitter for October ace Cole Hamels.Here comes Tampa Bay manager Joe Maddon out of the dugout. Yup, he's going to make a pitching change before play even begins. Is that D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils, Rays suspended in 6th inning tied at 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-rays-suspended-in-6th-inning-tied-at-2.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[At the end of a strange and wet night that left the World Series in limbo, Scott Kazmir bumped into Cole Hamels in a corridor outside the Phillies clubhouse.Kazmir gave the Philadelphia ace a playful nudge, and the starting pitchers from Game 5 walked tog]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays relieved to keep playing]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-relieved-to-keep-playing.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Rays are not yet out of the cold and rain.The AL champions packed their bags for Florida on Monday, but wound up taking a much shorter trip when Game 5 of the World Series was suspended with the score tied 2-all in the sixth inning.Instead o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Selig: No shortened Series games allowed]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/selig-no-shortened-series-games-allowed.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA["I'd keep playing. I don't think the heavy stuff's gonna come down for quite a while." - Bill Murray as greenskeeper Carl Spackler in "Caddyshack."Bud Selig's weathermen kept telling him he'd get the game in, and the baseball commissioner was determined: ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Game 5, World Series riding on bullpens]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/game-5-world-series-riding-on-bullpens.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brad Lidge can usually watch eight innings before he warms up to finish a game. The Phillies closer might have a longer wait if he has to end Game 5 - whenever that happens.Game 5 is all on the bullpens after it was suspended because of rain in the sixth ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Phillies Preview 2008-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-phillies-preview-1223.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Twenty-eight years of waiting for the Philadelphia Phillies to win their second World Series title could wind up being extended by 28 hours. Or perhaps longer as they attempt to resume Game 5 against the Tampa Bay Rays at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1224.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The suspension of Game 5 of the World Series was an inconvenience for the Rays but could work to their advantage. Their biggest edge is that Phillies ace Cole Hamels won't be pitching when the game resumes. "It's tough," Hamels said. "It's not how you wan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1225.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Kazmir worked only four innings, walking a career-high-tying six. He became the first pitcher to walk six in a World Series game since Florida's Livan Hernandez in 1997. --1B Carlos Pena, who hadn't had a hit since Game 5 of the AL Championshi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1226.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: DH Cliff Floyd (slightly torn labrum in right shoulder) was removed from the World Series roster before Game 4. He said he would retire if he would need surgery to continue his playing career. RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamels gets chance to pitch Phillies to title]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/hamels-gets-chance-to-pitch-phillies-to-title.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cole Hamels got what he wanted: the chance to pitch Philadelphia to a World Series championship.The postseason ace is scheduled to start Game 5 on Monday night against Tampa Bay's Scott Kazmir in a rematch of last week's opener.The Phillies set things up ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies rock Rays 10-2, take 3-1 Series lead]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-rock-rays-10-2-take-3-1-series-lead.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Howard could imagine the mayhem."It will be absolute bedlam," he said. "It will be one of the craziest places on Earth. It's kind of scary to imagine."First, though, the Phillies need one more win.Their 10-2 romp over the Tampa Bay Rays gave Philadel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1211.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Manager Joe Maddon asked plate umpire Tom Hallion to keep an eye on the baseballs after noticing a dark splotch on Phillies starter Joe Blanton's cap. Hallion said he would, but nothing came of it. --OF/INF Eric Hinske, who was left off the roster for t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1212.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: DH Cliff Floyd (slightly torn labrum in right shoulder) was removed from the World Series roster before Game 4. He said he would retire if he would need surgery to continue his playing career. RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1213.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays have rallied at every other point this season. But now they face their toughest challenge. After Sunday's unimpressive effort in a 10-2 Game 4 loss to the Phillies, the Rays are down 3-1 in the best-of-seven series and have to win three consecuti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ragged performance dooms Rays in Game 4]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/ragged-performance-dooms-rays-in-game-4.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Confident and poised during an improbable run to the World Series, the Tampa Bay Rays are finally showing signs of being a young, inexperienced team overwhelmed by the moment.Evan Longoria and Carlos Pena are still hitless, normally sure-handed fielders a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Phillies Preview 2008-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-phillies-preview-1215.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been 28 years since the Philadelphia Phillies secured the club's only World Series title with a decisive victory at home.The Phillies once again have a chance to clinch a title in front of their home crowd as they try to finish off the Tampa Bay Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 10, Rays 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-10-rays-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Howard knows this place will go nuts with one more win."It will be absolute bedlam," he said. "It will be one of the craziest places on earth. It's kind of scary to imagine."Then again, who would've guessed Phillies pitcher Joe Blanton would shut his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils one win away after pounding Rays]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-one-win-away-after-pounding-rays.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even their pitcher socked a ball into the seats.If Ryan Howard, the Philadelphia Phillies and their frustrated fans needed any more evidence this really might be their year, Joe Blanton gave it to them.Blanton became the first pitcher in 34 years to homer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-26]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1200.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays were left looking for answers after a frustrating 5-4 walk-off loss to the Phillies. 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Eva! and struggled again at the plate Saturday night in a 5-4 loss that left the AL ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays thriving with flexible group of relievers]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-thriving-with-flexible-group-of-relievers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 08:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the phone rings in Tampa Bay's bullpen, the call could be for anyone. That's just fine with these ready-to-go Rays, thriving in October thanks to a flexible group of relievers.Missing injured closer Troy Percival throughout the postseason, the Americ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[After so many years, Moyer makes his Series pitch]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/after-so-many-years-moyer-makes-his-series-pitch.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 08:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every time he pitches these days, it starts an age-old debate about Jamie Moyer: Can someone who throws that slowly still win in the majors?At 45, he did just fine this season, leading the Phillies in victories. 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Trouble is, it might be a washout.According to weather.com on Friday evening, the forecast called for a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beanie Maddon and her hoagies head to World Series]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/beanie-maddon-and-her-hoagies-head-to-world-series.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 08:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Beanie Maddon and her hoagies are headed to the World Series.On most days, the Tampa Bay manager's mom can be found slicing tomatoes and taking orders at Third Base Luncheonette, the sandwich shop where she's worked for nearly 50 years.On Saturday night, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Phillies Preview]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-phillies-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 08:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Perhaps a return to their hitter-friendly park will help awaken the Philadelphia Phillies' slumbering bats.That won't happen if Tampa Bay Rays starter Matt Garza continues giving opposing hitters nightmares.Garza is slated to take the mound Saturday night]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Game 2 of World Series receives 2nd-lowest rating]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/game-2-of-world-series-receives-2nd-lowest-rating.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 08:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Game 2 of the World Series was a thud on television.The Tampa Bays Rays' 4-2 victory Thursday night received an 8.1 fast national rating and 13 share on Fox, the network said Friday. 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"We answered these same questions going to Boston (in the AL Championship Series)," third baseman Evan Longoria s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1199.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 08:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Rocco Baldelli made an against-the-book appearance in the lineup, starting against RHP Brett Myers, and made an impact on the game, including a running catch and laser-like throw to double off Jayson Werth to end the fifth. 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Upton's postseason groove.Tampa Bay's young, emerging star rebounded from a hitless World Series debut to give the Rays a much-needed spark offensively in a 4-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 2 on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baldelli still facing questions about his health]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/baldelli-still-facing-questions-about-his-health.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rocco Baldelli made a key throw and was at the center of a couple of big plays in Game 2 of the World Series.And most of the questions afterward centered on his health."I kind of accept it," Baldelli said. "I wish I didn't have to, but that's the situatio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 4, Phillies 2 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-4-phillies-2-1189.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Big Game James. That's quite a nickname for a pitcher with 32 major league wins.James Shields definitely deserved it Thursday night.Shields stymied the slumping Philadelphia Phillies, rookie David Price got the final seven outs and the plucky Tampa Bay Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upton, Rays rebound in Game 2 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/upton-rays-rebound-in-game-2-1190.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[B.J. Upton and the Tampa Bay Rays were everything they promised to be in Game 2 of the World Series - relaxed, confident and resilient.With Upton leading the way, the AL champions rebounded from a punchless offensive performance in a one-run, series-openi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 3, Rays 2]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-3-rays-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Howard reached into the stands, stuck his glove into a cluster of fans and caught a foul pop for a key out. 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He had surgery Sept. 10, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zobrist with a Z gets moment in the spotlight]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/zobrist-with-a-z-gets-moment-in-the-spotlight.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays manager Joe Maddon had one major surprise for Wednesday night's World Series opener, starting Ben Zobrist in right field, batting eighth.Zobrist had just two regular-season appearances in right, starting and playing six innings on May 28 against Texa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Rays Preview]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-rays-preview.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With one win, the Phillies gained home-field advantage in the World Series. 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The comparisons were inevitable.Six years later, Kazmir and Hamels are certainly fulfilling those lofty]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils pitcher to Phils fans: Stay patient]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phils-pitcher-to-phils-fans-stay-patient.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:07:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies pitcher Ryan Madson understands how excited Philadelphia fans got about the NL pennant, and realizes they're eager for more.In the meantime, the Phillies reliever had a message for them: Stay patient, at least until Game 1 Wednesday night against]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-22]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1174.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 02:00:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gathered behind second base, champagne spraying, the Rays passed around the American League championship trophy and looked ahead to their next challenge, facing the Phillies in the World Series. The celebration started at 11:40 p.m. Sunday, when Akinori I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who would've thunk it? Rays-Phils in World Series]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/who-would-ve-thunk-it-rays-phils-in-world-series.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Philadelphia Phillies got an early look at Tropicana Field, site of Wednesday night's World Series opener.Instead of waiting until the day before, they worked out Monday evening at the quirky ballpark. By the time the first pitch is thrown, they will ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Rays Comparison]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-rays-comparison.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Regular SeasonSTARTERSAVGABRHHRRBICatcherRuiz, Phi.219 320 47 70 4 31Navarro, TB.295 427 43126 7 54First BaseHoward, Phi.251 61010515348146Pena, TB .247 490 7612131102Second BaseUtley, Phi .292 60711317733104Iwamura, TB.274 627 91172 6 48Third BaseFeliz, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Rays Comparison 2008-10-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/phillies-rays-comparison-1166.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PostseasonSTARTERSAVG ABRHHRRBICatcherRuiz, Phi.200 3046 01Navarro, TB.268 412 11 05First BaseHoward, Phi.258 3158 03Pena, TB .333 368 12 38Second BaseUtley, Phi .250 3258 15Iwamura, TB.277 477 13 14Third BaseFeliz, Phi .192 2615 02Longoria, TB .]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays Postseason History 2008-10-21]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-postseason-history-1167.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The postseason history of the Tampa Bay Rays:World SeriesNone.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays take day before preparing for Phillies]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-take-day-before-preparing-for-phillies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They dropped their gloves, tossed their caps, ran in from the outfield and flung themselves into a pile near the pitcher's mound as if this were the start of the 100-meter butterfly.The Tampa Bay Rays, exuberant and champagne-soaked, now have to leave the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Losing the tie that binds Rays, Phillies]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/losing-the-tie-that-binds-rays-phillies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome to World Series, 2008. Let's meet our contestants.From Philadelphia, the losingest team in pro sports history. From Tampa Bay, a club that on opening day could have made a strong case for worst expansion franchise ever.Call it the Sad Sack Series,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ALCS Game 7 sets viewers record for MLB on cable]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/alcs-game-7-sets-viewers-record-for-mlb-on-cable.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Game 7 of the AL championship series drew the most viewers ever for a baseball game on cable television.Nearly 13.4 million people watched the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 3-1 on Sunday night on TBS, the network said Monday. That broke the mark ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vegas odds favor Rays to win Series over Phillies]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/vegas-odds-favor-rays-to-win-series-over-phillies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas sports books favor the Tampa Bay Rays to win the World Series over the Philadelphia Phillies and would owe huge payouts if the American League champions prevail.Oddsmakers say enough bettors took the Rays early in the year at long-shot prices to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome, strangers! Rays, Phils reach World Series]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/welcome-strangers-rays-phils-reach-world-series.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:23:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brad Lidge's only blemish this season came in the All-Star game. Turns out that loss means a lot more now.Because of that one slip-up, Lidge and the Philadelphia Phillies will open the World Series on the road - against the Tampa Bay Rays, the team with t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays Postseason History 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-postseason-history-1161.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:03:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The postseason history of the Tampa Bay Rays:World SeriesNone.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 3, Red Sox 1]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/rays-3-red-sox-1.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:02:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Down to their last chance, the Tampa Bay Rays left no doubt they were World Series-worthy, after all.Believe it: Baseball's doormats have arrived.Going from worst to first, the young Rays completed a stunning run to their first pennant, holding off the de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1163.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:00:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gathered behind second base, champagne spraying, the Rays passed around the American League championship trophy and looked ahead to their next challenge, facing the Phillies in the World Series. The celebration started at 11:40 p.m. Sunday, when Akinori I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Inside Pitch 2008-10-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-inside-pitch-1151.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays have gone to a lot of unprecedented places this season. One they would have liked to avoid is a Game 7 on Sunday against the more experienced Red Sox. "There's no other way," said Cliff Floyd, one of a handful of Rays to go through a Game 7. "The]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Notes, Quotes 2008-10-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-notes-quotes-1152.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF B.J. Upton tied the AL record with his seventh homer of the postseason, matching Troy Glaus of the 2002 Angels, and the ALCS record for RBI with his 11th, matching David Ortiz of the 2004 Red Sox. --RHP Troy Percival, who was left off the roster for ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Rays Roster Report 2008-10-19]]></title><link>http://www.devilrayshome.com/news/tampa-bay-rays-roster-report-1153.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 08:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: RHP Troy Percival (sore back) didn't pitch Sept. 22-24. He returned to action Sept. 25, but he was left off the roster for the AL Division Series and the ALCS. He was sent to pitch in Instructional League games in the hopes that he might be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox-Rays Preview 20