The Rays are close to signing Hideki Matsui to a minor league deal, according to a source.
Tampa Bay wants to add to their depth at Triple-A Durham and to see how much is left in the slugger's bat.
Matsui, 37, spent last seaon with the Athletics, posting a .251 batting average with 12 home runs and 78 RBIs.
Rays, Matsui Close To Minor League Deal