--RHP Jason Isringhausen, a 36-year-old veteran with 293 career saves, signed a minor league deal with the Rays. 

Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. 

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. 

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. 

For Alex Rodriguez, more cheers mixed with boos. 

The Yanks got CC, Tex and A. 

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. 

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--RHP Jason Isringhausen, a 36-year-old veteran with 293 career saves, signed a minor league deal with the Rays. 

Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. 

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. 

SARASOTA, Fla. 

Jason Isringhausen reported to the Tampa Bay Rays' spring camp Saturday, and manager Joe Maddon was looking forward to seeing the reliever on the mound. 

Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason. 

Even though they won 97 games and advanced to the World Series, the Rays knew they had to improve their roster during the offseason.