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How Nine Equals Eight Meant Success For Tampa Bay

by Craig Castille

Nov 20, 2014 10:51 AM

Joe Maddon took a normal afternoon bike ride one day just before spring training was to begin. It was during that particular ride where the proverbial light went on, and Maddon had found his theme for the 2008 season. It was simply 9 = 8. Read more »

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Rays Begin Final Playoff Push

by Craig Castille

Nov 20, 2014 10:51 AM

Speed, defense, young and aggressive starting pitching, a solid and balanced bullpen, and an offense that is awakening are all components still present despite the injuries to Carl Crawford and Evan Longoria. Read more »

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Rays' Offensive Woes Continue

by Craig Castille

Nov 20, 2014 10:51 AM

As the Tampa Bay Rays enter into the dog days of August and thus officially participate in their first pennant race, several issues may become paramount as to their success. Read more »

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Baseball Returns With Dignity

by Craig Castille

As Yankee Stadium provided the memorable scene Tuesday night hosting it's final All Star game, the event appeared to stampede over the miserable news and actions that have dominated the game for years. Read more »
Rays' Mid-Season Report

by Craig Castille

A strong start in the exhibition season led to expectations of the Rays finishing with their first winning season ever. Not many had expected that carryover effect to be this long nor as this engaging. Read more »
Rays' Attendance- Are the Critics Wrong?

by Craig Castille

Attendance has been low given the circumstances of the Rays' fast start. But why? Read more »
A Q&A With Tampa Bay Rays President Matt Silverman

by Craig Castille

The Rays have become one of the biggest success stories in 2008, and Matt Silverman discusses the state of the franchise both on and off the turf. Read more »
Is Edwin Jackson Just Trade Bait, Or Another Bob Gibson?

by Craig Castille

With so much youthful potential currently on minor league rosters, is this the time to possibly move Edwin Jackson? Read more »
Are The Rays More Than Just A Feel Good Story?

by Craig Castille

The formula for success is finally here. Depth, speed, versatility, and youth make this an electric team to watch and one that now knows how to win. Read more »
Rays Set Marks For April

by Craig Castille

How are the Rays playing such great baseball? It begins with defense and depth. Read more »

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