Jenna WestJenna West

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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Rays Fans’ Reactions To James Shields’ Trade To The Royals

It’s been three days since the blockbuster trade between the Rays and Royals, and fans from both teams have mixed feelings about the deal. The Rays traded pitchers James Shields and Wade Davis for Royals…Read More

A Look Back At James Shields’ Final Game With The Rays

No one can deny that although the Rays still have a great pitching staff after losing James Shields, there will be a void in the roster with Big Game James gone. Shields was given the nickname by fans…Read More

Rays History: Ex-Yankee Hero Tino Martinez Give The D-Rays Some Magic Of Their Own

In the 2004 season, Tampa native Tino Martinez returned to his hometown and played first base for the Devil Rays. While Martinez’s career had seen its better days during his time with the New York Yankees,…Read More

Rays History: Ben Zobrist’s Coming Out Party

Although Ben Zobrist is usually applauded for his strong defensive skills, Rays fans are also used to seeing Zobrist’s consistent offensive performance these days. After the Houston Astros traded Zobrist…Read More

Rays History: Kazmir Dazzles With 10 K’s In Final Game With Rays

On August 28, 2009, Rays starting pitcher Scott Kazmir was traded to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in exchange for Sean Rodriguez and two minor league players. Kazmir was once the Rays’ ace, but…Read More

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Will Other Rays Players Be Eligible For A Lifetime Contract Like Longoria’s?

With the Rays announcing Evan Longoria’s contract extension Monday, it leaves us wondering what is…Read More

Devil Rays’ Gomes Hits Three Homers In A Single Game

While former Devil Rays player Jonny Gomes was signed to a two-year deal with the Boston Red Sox this…Read More

Carl Crawford Slides Into History

While Rays fans are used to seeing center fielder B.J. Upton and left fielder Desmond Jennings display…Read More

The First Shutout Game in Franchise History

The Rays are known for winning games with solid pitching and defense, which they displayed in 2012 by…Read More

James Shields’ First Complete Game

Rays fans remember James Shield’s dazzling 2011 season when he pitched 11 complete games. His handiwork…Read More

Could Delmon Young Be On The Rays Roster Again?

As the 2012 American League Championship Series MVP, free agent Delmon Young could bring the offensive…Read More

Similarities Between This Offseason and 2011′s Offseason For The Rays

After being crowned the AL East Division Champions in 2010, the Rays’ excitement was quickly diminished…Read More

Ticket To The Trop: A Kingdom For K’s

With the Rays picking up James Shields’ and Fernando Rodney’s club option for 2013 and Jeremy Hellickson…Read More

Ticket to the Trop: A History Of Stadium Controversy

Last week, St. Petersburg’s mayor, Bill Foster, said the Rays couldn’t build a new stadium outside…Read More

Ticket To The Trop: Cowbell Craziness

It’s exciting, it raises the energy level in Tropicana Field, it can even bring the crowd to their…Read More

A Spooky Good Contest for Rays Fans

As the World Series begins tonight, baseball fans have one question on their minds: Will the San Francisco…Read More

Ticket To The Trop: A Home For History

Baseball is America’s favorite pastime, and organizations like to pay homage to the history of the…Read More

Ticket To The Trop: DJ Kitty

Imagine yourself enjoying a game at Tropicana Field when all of a sudden you hear “Are You Ready?”…Read More

Who Should Rays Fans Root For In Game 5 Of The ALDS?

Rays’ fans know Tampa Bay likes to keep things interesting. The Rays certainly kept everyone interested…Read More

Ticket To The Trop: Game 162 Landing

It has been a week since the Rays’ 2012 season ended, where Evan Longoria had another memorable…Read More