Rays outfielder B.J. Upton is open to the idea of a long-term deal with the club. "You know what, I'm definitely all for that," said Upton. "I love the city of Tampa and I'd love to be here for an extensive period of time. So if that's something they want to talk about I definitely have open ears for it." Since the Rays and Upton could not come to an agreement last week, the Rays center fielder faces a February date at an arbitration hearing. "I think it's unfortunate that it had to come to this, but I think both sides understand that," Upton said. "We both understand that's the business and if that's what needs to happen, that's what needs to happen."