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Jenna is a Tampa Bay Rays fan and loves a good sports story. She enjoys reading about baseball history and how the love for baseball can connect fans from all walks of life. You can read her articles on FanSided.com's blog, Rays Colored Glasses, or follow her on twitter at @JennaRWest.

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The Rays’ Rearview Mirror: J.P. Howell’s Role In Tuesday’s Dodgers-Diamondbacks Brawl

It is being labeled as the greatest brawl this season yet, as the Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks’ bench-clearing brawl Tuesday night has been receiving much attention, including video…Read More

Game 63: Alex Cobb Struggles Early, Rays Rally But Lose To Red Sox 10-8 In 14 Innings

It was a night for the dramatics, as the Boston Red Sox beat the Rays in a 10-8 victory during the 14th inning early Tuesday morning. The first inning was nothing short of a nightmare for Rays starting…Read More

Rearview Mirror: Carlos Pena’s Recent Hot Streak

  Carlos Pena’s 2012 season with the Rays started off as a great homecoming, as the fans’ welcomed him back with open arms and Pena got off to a hot start. While the Rays were in need of a first…Read More

Game 58: Ninth Inning Rally Lifts Rays 3-0 Over Detroit Tigers

Last night the Rays suffered a 10-1 loss to the Detroit Tigers, but they made up for their lack of offense on Tuesday with an explosive ninth inning tonight. After eight scoreless innings, the Rays’…Read More

The Rearview Mirror: B.J. Upton Continues To Struggle Offensively

The Rearview Mirror is a new series on Rays Colored Glasses, where we will be taking a weekly look at some of the notable ex-Rays players. In our first installment, we discuss B.J. Upton‘s lack…Read More

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Rays Continue To See The Benefits From Creating Pitching Depth In Their Farm System

While David Price, currently on the disabled list, is eager to get back out on the mound after beginning…Read More

Game 50: Kelly Johnson Homers Twice, Odorizzi Struggles As Rays Win 10-6 Over Miami

Kelly Johnson and the Rays defeated the Miami Marlins 10-6 in the first game of the Citrus Series at…Read More

The Highs and Woes of the Rays’ Bullpen In Past Seasons

Remember when preseason predictions pegged the Rays as being playoff contenders or even said the Rays…Read More

Game 45: Desmond Jennings And Kelly Johnson’s Homers And Defense Help Rays Win 4-3

Evan Longoria extended his career-high hitting streak to 15 games as the Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays…Read More

Game 38: Moore Wins 7th Game Of Season, Rays Beat Red Sox 5-3

Manager Joe Maddon invited a Merengue band to keep spirits high in the Rays’ clubhouse before…Read More

Matt Harvey’s 6.2 Perfect Innings Mirrored Rick Reed’s Feat Against The Devil Rays In 1998

Every major league pitcher dreams of pitching a perfect game and joining an elite list of only 23 pitchers…Read More

When Should The Rays Sign Wil Myers To A Long-Term Contract?

While it is still early in the season, the Rays’ 14-17 record makes fans wonder when the team will…Read More

Support Autism Speaks Night At Tropicana Field

Rays fans, want to support a great cause and your favorite baseball team? Come out to Autism Speaks Night…Read More

Wil Myers And The Rays Are Playing The Waiting Game

As Spring Training began for the Rays this year, many questions still needed to be answered. Who would…Read More

Game 23: Rays Lose Second Game To White Sox, Home Runs Lift Chicago To 5-4 Victory

The Rays lost their second game of a three game series to the Chicago White Sox Friday night in a 4-5…Read More

James Shields’ Leadership Role With The Royals Offers Much Promise For The Franchise

While having good team chemistry and keeping things laid back in the clubhouse is part of the infamous…Read More

Game Preview: Tampa Bay Rays Take On The Baltimore Orioles On Opening Day

Rays fans, the wait is finally over. After six long and grueling months, the agony of the offseason no…Read More

With Chris Archer Ready for Primetime, Rays’ 5th Starter Decision Will Soon Be Irrelevant

The Rays’ starting rotation has been finalized: David Price, Jeremy Hellickson, Roberto Hernandez,…Read More

Will The Rays Be Playoff Contenders In 2013?

With less than a week until the Rays’ Opening Day, there’s nothing better than the promise of a new…Read More

Matt Moore Lasts Only 4.2 Innings, Trio Of Homers Lift Rays To 6-2 Win

With one week left until Opening Day, the Rays’ bats proved Monday night that they are ready to take…Read More