Evan Longoria is in his first season as a Giant after 10 years in a Rays uniform, but he still follows his old organization from a new league and the opposite coast. He's giving a thumbs-down to one particular roster move this spring.

The Rays made a surprising decision Saturday when they designated outfielder Corey Dickerson for assignment during a flurry of transactions. Longoria, who took his spring training physical on Sunday at Scottsdale Stadium, pronounced himself baffled by the decision.