Rays Notes: Joe Maddon, Matt Moore, Chris Archer, Bowling Green Hot Rods
Things could have gone completely different for Joe Maddon in his managerial career. Scott Miller of CBS Sports wrote about how Joe Maddon was going to be mentored by Sparky Anderson, who the Angels were…Read More
Rays Notes: Maddon, Valentine Go At It, Sean Rodriguez Situation Explained
Things got interesting on Wednesday as Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine and Rays managed Joe Maddon has some back and forth jibber-jabber. Valentine was getting questioned by the Boston media about coming…Read More
Joe Maddon And The Importance of Walking
It’s frustrating to walk. Our natural inclination is to do everything we can to make things happen. But sometimes, that isn’t the right approach. We have to just take what we’re given…Read More
Rays Notes: First Half Ends as Rays Look to the Future
The first half of the 2012 season has not gone according to plan in any way or shape. Injuries have struck and this team has been as inconsistent as any team in baseball. But the Rays managed to effectively…Read More
Rays Notes: International Signings, Matsui, Maddon, Fuld
There was big news for the Rays on the international signing front as they signed three prospects: 16 year old right-hander Jose Mujica for 1 million dollars out of Venezuela, fellow 16 year old RHP Deivy…Read More
Rays Notes: Strange Things are Happening
No, we’re not talking about the losing streak. There are some pretty crazy things that have happened…Read More
Rays Notes: Scott Kazmir, Joel Peralta, “Throwbacks”
Wednesday was a crazy day in terms of news in the Rays organization. News was real, news was fake, news…Read More
For Rich Thompson This Is Heaven, Not St. Pete
Prior to last Wednesday’s Rays-Red Sox game, Rich Thompson was as close to a modern day Moonlight Graham as…Read More
Potential Replacements for Jeff Niemann Present Opportunities
Tampa was bit again with the injury bug on Monday, as Jeff Niemann sustained a small fracture in his…Read More
Game 24: Matt Moore Strikes Out Seven as Rays Win 3-1
The Rays beat the Mariners on Tuesday night with a solid performance from Matt Moore, and strong bullpen…Read More
Game 21: Texas’ Offense Proves to be Too Potent for Tampa
In Friday night’s game, the Rays and Rangers put on a hitting display; unfortunately the Rangers were…Read More
Game 16: Tampa Takes Series from Minnesota to Improve to 9-7
The Rays, in their powder blue alternates picked up a 6-2 victory Sunday afternoon, taking their three…Read More
Game 15: B.J. Upton’s Presence Felt as Shields Dominates Again
James Shields looked great again on Saturday evening, as the Rays beat the Twins 4-1 thanks to a timely…Read More
A Healthy Upton Looks to Continue His Strong September 2011 into 2012
On Friday night, the last piece of the Rays’ offensive puzzle will be put into place. B.J. Upton has…Read More
Carlos Pena’s “Home” Coming Off to a Welcoming Start
The Rays signing of Carlos Pena this offseason for $7.25 million has been well worth the money so far.…Read More
Rays Notes: Rays Claim Power-hitting 1B Brandon Allen
Per Mark Topkin, the Rays have claimed first baseman Brandon Allen from the Oakland Athletics. Allen…Read More
Where Has the Rays’ Speed Gone?
The Rays are 5-6. They aren’t playing as well as they have the potential to be playing early in…Read More
Game 10: Rays Walk out of Boston with a Win
I’d like to introduce myself as the new Staff Writer for Rays Colored Glasses. My name is Joel…Read More
Utility Players and the Rays
It seems like everyone on the Rays can play everywhere. You have Ben Zobrist, who’s a plus defender…Read More
Ray For a Day
Hey Rays fans! I’m Michael Natelli. You may know me from District On Deck, but today I’m here…Read More





















