Tampa Bay Rays

[jcc522]

I'll be playing for them in the future:bounce

[DMBtheStoned]

I'm probably one of their few fans on here. Then again look where I live. How are you going to be playing for them?

[jcc522]

Well, if things go my way, i'll be their left fielder in about 9 years

[Munford]

I have two of their minor league teams around me.. They have more talent then the guys who make the big money..

[jcc522]

I have two of their minor league teams around me.. They have more talent then the guys who make the big money..



thats one reason why i want to play for them, so when i'm not in the bigs, i should be in durham

[jcc522]

Hmmmmmm the Rays

[DMBfan41]

so is Rays short for devil rays or does it mean like rays of sunshine, beause theres anything but sunshine in that dome

[justinandimcool]

Rays of sunshine. Because there's a yellow dot on their logo :lol

[yankees26mlb]

Im gonna miss those green and black uniforms....it was so classy

[Jake]

I'll be playing for them in the future:bounce



no offense, but I'm 35 with an 81 mph fastball (but lefthanded), so I could probably be a middle reliever for them.



poor poor Rays.... worst franchise since the Clippers 80's and 90's run?

[GOB_]

so is Rays short for devil rays or does it mean like rays of sunshine, beause theres anything but sunshine in that dome

There are talks about building a new $450 million stadium to open as early as 2012.

http://www.sptimes.com/2007/11/10/Southpinellas/Rays_on_the_bay.shtml

[thehoss]

my buddy brendan harris is on the rays. from my hometown. he'll be a 20 20 guy soon enough, lock him up with a 4-5 year deal please?

[demar727]

Well, if things go my way, i'll be their left fielder in about 9 years

im pretty sure they will take you now

:lol

sorrrry :o

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays have slowly gotten better. They have a bunch of young talent. Look for them to have a breakout year this year.

[thestand]

Rays have slowly gotten better. They have a bunch of young talent. Look for them to have a breakout year this year.So like only finishing 20 behind the AL East champs?

[DMBtheStoned]

So like only finishing 20 behind the AL East champs?

lolz

[thehoss]

"look for them to do well this year" has been said the last 4-5 years. they need a whole new front office, just like the marlins do. the rays have gone from buy for now, to stick with young kids, to buy for now, back to sticking to the young kids. new gm, and giving up ownership to another buyer would do alot of good for that plummeting franchise.

[DMBtheStoned]

"look for them to do well this year" has been said the last 4-5 years. they need a whole new front office, just like the marlins do. the rays have gone from buy for now, to stick with young kids, to buy for now, back to sticking to the young kids. new gm, and giving up ownership to another buyer would do alot of good for that plummeting franchise.

The Rays just switched owners and gm 2 years ago. The Rays have possibly the best farm system in baseball. They are a young ball club with numerous potential all stars. Their main problem lately is pitching. They need some bullpen help mostly.

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays season is under way. Should be a good year.

[dmbyankeefan]

no offense, but I'm 35 with an 81 mph fastball (but lefthanded), so I could probably be a middle reliever for them.



poor poor Rays.... worst franchise since the Clippers 80's and 90's run?

I may make it before you jake, I'm 43 with and 85 fastball(for real)...but you can never have too many lefties in your bullpen...

You can take the long relief, I call closer...

[SoRight24]

Rays season is under way. Should be a good year.

Which means finishing anywhere other than 5th in the AL East. :lol

[rickyh24]

:lol @ this thread

[DMBtheStoned]

Which means finishing anywhere other than 5th in the AL East. :lol


You will be surprised my friend. The Rays are a much diff team. They will finish 2nd or 3rd.

[DMBtheStoned]

Which means finishing anywhere other than 5th in the AL East. :lol

:lol @ this thread

Standard Sox responses btw. :rolleyes

[SoRight24]

Standard Sox responses btw. :rolleyes

You love it. :monkey

[DMBtheStoned]

You love it. :monkey
:lol

[SoRight24]

The Rays would fare much better in the National League.

[rickyh24]

Standard Sox responses btw. :rolleyes


:lol We are a smart bunch.

[rickyh24]

Nick its not too late there is a seat on the wagon for you.

[SoRight24]

Nick its not too late there is a seat on the wagon for you.

There are also plenty of seats for all 81 Rays home games this year.

[bustdstuff]

The Rays would fare much better in the National League.

So very true.

[DMBtheStoned]

:lol We are a smart bunch.

*cough* arrogant bunch *cough*

Nick its not too late there is a seat on the wagon for you.

I'd rather sleep with Cassie.

There are also plenty of seats for all 81 Rays home games this year.

:lol Actually a bunch of games are near sold out..Of course it is when they play the Yanks, Sox and Cubs.

[rickyh24]

:lol Actually a bunch of games are near sold out..Of course it is when they play the Yanks, Sox and Cubs.

:lol See we are doing are best to help your franchise out.....

[bustdstuff]

They just showed a pic of the proposed stadium, and I must say I would absolutely make a point to drive up for a few games at that place.

[DMBtheStoned]

They just showed a pic of the proposed stadium, and I must say I would absolutely make a point to drive up for a few games at that place.

Ya the new stadium looks really cool. I'll be going to alot of games if/when they build it.

[UNC41]

Tampa vs. Baltimore ... CRIPPLE FIGHT!

[DMBtheStoned]

Not sure I would try to have stolen Home there...

Anyways Rays up 6-2

[rickyh24]

^ Trying to steal home is very rarely a good idea.

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays Win

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays up 3-0 after top of first.
3-run homer for Cliff Floyd.

[jmudmbphan]

I have a knuckle curve that breaks 2 feet...can I play?

[darbini]

I think they will win 83 games this year

[darbini]

I have a knuckle curve that breaks 2 feet...can I play?

2ft isn't alot for a knuckle curve

[jmudmbphan]

i didnt say it wasa great knuckle curve...better than most though...so i could play for the rays!!

[devilandthelord]

Whoa! There is a Devil Rays thread.
Now to me, they are truly a franchise that has stopped trying to win.

[DMBtheStoned]

Whoa! There is a Devil Rays thread.
Now to me, they are truly a franchise that has stopped trying to win.

Now to me this shows you are just a casual baseball fan..

[DMBtheStoned]

13-4 Win over the Yanks in game 1.

[bustdstuff]

I wish I could have seen the game, but alas I had to work.

[devilandthelord]

Now to me this shows you are just a casual baseball fan..

You've shown me that you are an idiot for wasting your time watching the DevilRays.

[MistreatedLewis]

You've shown me that you are an idiot for wasting your time watching the DevilRays.

A lot of people believe they will be a .500 team this year.

[thehoss]

they have the bullpen this year. still not thrilled about their staff, compared to halladay/burnett/marcum, or a beckett/dice-k/lester, or even petttitte/wang/hughes

[devilandthelord]

A lot of people believe they will be a .500 team this year.

I am aware they may be capable of .500 ball, but they are not capable of anything of consequence.
Its like maybe the Pittsburgh Pirates are capable of .500 ball this year.
Yeah? So? They still aren't gonna do anything that really matters, like make the playoffs.

[thehoss]

I am aware they may be capable of .500 ball, but they are not capable of anything of consequence.
Its like maybe the Pittsburgh Pirates are capable of .500 ball this year.
Yeah? So? They still aren't gonna do anything that really matters, like make the playoffs.

going from around 90 losses a year, to playing 500 ball is pretty huge...

[MistreatedLewis]

I am aware they may be capable of .500 ball, but they are not capable of anything of consequence.
Its like maybe the Pittsburgh Pirates are capable of .500 ball this year.
Yeah? So? They still aren't gonna do anything that really matters, like make the playoffs.

ok, if that's why you watch baseball...

[devilandthelord]

^ Well say what ya'll want, but I don't believe they'll do that either.

[thehoss]

ok, if that's why you watch baseball...

seriously. some people just dont get it.

[devilandthelord]

Well I don't have to defend my baseball fandom to any of you, but I can say if you actually knew me, you would not have to question it.

But, anyway, my point is its always one thing after another with the Devil Rays.
Rocco Baldelli is gonna be Joe Dimaggio reincarnate, Oh! Lou Pinella is managing the DRays and he'll legitimize them, Johnny Gomes is gonna be a masher and hit 40 HRs.
Yeah right.
I'm just saying people always think they're gonna break through, have better players or be respectable, but it never happens.
I mean, how many years have they been around? Like 15 now? And they've never even sniffed being good, meanwhile the Marlins have won 2 World Series, the Diamondbacks won in 01, the Rockies made it to last year's. I could go on.

[thehoss]

dude. its about faith, its about hope. im not a rays fan in the least, but thats what makes the game so great. some guy whos a diehard twins fan thinking brenden harris will be a career 300 hitter when hes done 20 years from now, things like that. i just dont see how you can knock any of that. its what makes the game fun.

[devilandthelord]

Yes, yes, but I don't see how anybody could be a diehard DRay's fan.
Its just not possible to me.

[thehoss]

Yes, yes, but I don't see how anybody could be a diehard DRay's fan.
Its just not possible to me.

tell me you're a cubs fan...

[devilandthelord]

Nope. I follow them while I'm here, but I'm a Tribe fan, being originally from Cleveland.

[DMBtheStoned]

You've shown me that you are an idiot for wasting your time watching the DevilRays.

:rolleyes

[DMBtheStoned]

Well I don't have to defend my baseball fandom to any of you, but I can say if you actually knew me, you would not have to question it.

But, anyway, my point is its always one thing after another with the Devil Rays.
Rocco Baldelli is gonna be Joe Dimaggio reincarnate, Oh! Lou Pinella is managing the DRays and he'll legitimize them, Johnny Gomes is gonna be a masher and hit 40 HRs.
Yeah right.
I'm just saying people always think they're gonna break through, have better players or be respectable, but it never happens.
I mean, how many years have they been around? Like 15 now? And they've never even sniffed being good, meanwhile the Marlins have won 2 World Series, the Diamondbacks won in 01, the Rockies made it to last year's. I could go on.


Dude you're a fucking moron...Get out of the thread..

[DMBtheStoned]

Up 5-1 over the Yanks....Ya we suck.

[thehoss]

its the first week of the season, respectively...

tell me the tigers suck, as they are now 0-4. because they dont.

[DMBtheStoned]

its the first week of the season, respectively...

tell me the tigers suck, as they are now 0-4. because they dont.

Oh Ya I'm aware its the 1st week. I'm just poking fun at the dude who comes in here just to bash the Rays.

[bustdstuff]

tell me you're a cubs fan...

No. Above he said he's a Pirates fan. And, no he does not have to defend his baseball fandom. I mean he keeps up with the correct team names and stuff obviously.

[thehoss]

No. Above he said he's a Pirates fan. And, no he does not have to defend his baseball fandom. I mean he keeps up with the correct team names and stuff obviously.


woah woah. when did i ask him to defend his fandom? hes saying the rays are worthless and he doesnt see why anyone could ever like them, and why people have hope for a team and players that may not have as much spotlight as others. did i question that? yes, because thats why baseball is so much fun. its the game where the 5'7" kid from north dakota can start at shortstop and get the oppertunity at being successful. unlike football where you really need god-given abilities, or hockey and soccer, where you need lightning speed. you can be the bluest-collar, and still make a living in baseball.

[bustdstuff]

woah woah. when did i ask him to defend his fandom? hes saying the rays are worthless and he doesnt see why anyone could ever like them, and why people have hope for a team and players that may not have as much spotlight as others. did i question that? yes, because thats why baseball is so much fun. its the game where the 5'7" kid from north dakota can start at shortstop and get the oppertunity at being successful. unlike football where you really need god-given abilities, or hockey and soccer, where you need lightning speed. you can be the bluest-collar, and still make a living in baseball.

He was the one that said he didn't need to defend it. Sorry if it sounded any other way. He pretty much indicted himself with his lack of knowledge. Why would anyone come into a thread soley to shit on a team? I have no problem telling anyone that I'm not a Rays fan, but why try to crap on a team going in the right direction.I'm sure we've all said at on time or another "Fuck the Yankees (and or BoSox), but I wouldn't go around saying that they don't know what they're doing.

[groton]

I really think the Devil rays have a shot as finishing 3rd/4th this year in the AL East which would not be bad for them.

really if they get some bullpen help + maybe a Vet Starting Pitcher they will be a shot at a Wildcard in a season or two.

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays Win!

[thehoss]

percival is still a nasty closer.

[malarks26]

percival is still a nasty closer.

You can say that again; they were smart to sign him to a 2 year deal.

[devilandthelord]

Dude you're a fucking moron...Get out of the thread..

I'm a moron? You make some of the fucking stupidest posts on this board, consistently.

[Bartndrpleez]

Nothing beats watching the Yankees lose. And when its to one of my teams, its even better. GO RAYS!

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays played great this weekend. The bats are looking really good. Currently 1st in the AL East in runs scored. Pena is hot. Now lets see if we can sweep the Yanks outta town! Go Rays!!

[Crush086]

Rays played great this weekend. The bats are looking really good. Currently 1st in the AL East in runs scored. Pena is hot. Now lets see if we can sweep the Yanks outta town! Go Rays!!
I hope it's a better series than the last one. It looks like our bats are picking up (slowly). I'm still a bit suspect on Kennedy, but hopefully he gives a good outing and we don't need to rely on relief (too much). Carlos Pena's an animal though, I hope he doesn't go crazy on Ian.

[Trippin4136]

I'm still amazed at Carlos Pena. In 2006, in AAA with the Yankees, he looked lost, totally and utterly lost at the plate.

[DMBtheStoned]

Ya I was a little worried that Pena's year last year was a fluke. He seems to be backing it up this year however.

[devilandthelord]

He's got great power, but isn't he batting only slightly above the mendoza-line right now?

[DMBtheStoned]

Ya Baby!!!!

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays sign Evan Longoria to a 9 year extension.

[DMBtheStoned]

Go Rays!

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays Win!!!

5 in a row!

[rickyh24]

bastards

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays win! 6 In a row!

Swept the Red Sox outta town.

[DMBtheStoned]

Tied for 1st place!

[rickyh24]

bastards

[thebestauntie]

Tied for 1st place!
I hate your new avatar Nick. :p

[Bartndrpleez]

What universe is this? The Marlins and Rays both in first place? I know its early, but this shouldn't be happening at ANY point in ANY season EVER as long as teams like the Mets and Stanks and Red Sux have payrolls of $180 million+!!!

I LOVE IT! :bounce:multi:bounce:multi:bounce

[jmudmbphan]

dont get too excited...its a long season, teams like the rays, marlins, etc cant compete this vigorously over such a long period

[Bartndrpleez]

dont get too excited...its a long season, teams like the rays, marlins, etc cant compete this vigorously over such a long period

Trust me, every Rays and Marlins fan understands this, which is all the more reason to get excited now. :lol

But as a Marlins fan, I can tell you its not COMPLETELY impossible: see 2003.

But like I said, this really shouldn't be happening. The Rays just swept the $200 million BoSux and the Fish have won 5 series' and split 2 others while only losing 2, to the Mets and Astros.

[scoobycc]

never thought i would see Rays bandwagoners. wooooww

[darbini]

Who exactly are the bandwagoners?

[DMBtheStoned]

never thought i would see Rays bandwagoners. wooooww

Riiight dude.

[DMBtheStoned]

I'm just excited the Rays are playing great baseball and have a good team. We're no longer an easy win as we proved this weekend by sweeping the Sox. Obviously I don't think we'll win the division but we could surprise and finish 2nd or 3rd. It's about time we get some respect as opposed to be the laughing stock of the league.

Oh ya, I can never be accused of being a bandwagon jumper. I'm a lifelong Cubs fan and have been following the Rays since '98.


Go Rays!

[rickyh24]

^ Shut Up

I hate fair weather Ray's Fan's....they are all over the place now.

[scoobycc]

Who exactly are the bandwagoners?

My friends who live in St Pete

[scoobycc]

Riiight dude.

I wasn't accusing you, i dont know you or care what team you follow

[rickyh24]

Get a new stadium too, god that thing is shit hole.


Who has Bullpens on the field? What is this little league? Then there is a dining area were the bull pens should be....geeessh.

[DMBtheStoned]

^ Shut Up

I hate fair weather Ray's Fan's....they are all over the place now.

:lol It's not too late for you to convert to Rays Nation!

[DMBtheStoned]

I wasn't accusing you, i dont know you or care what team you follow

Ahh ok then.:thumbsup carry on ;)

[rickyh24]

:lol It's not too late for you to convert to Rays Nation!

:lol at least you guys sold out these past few games.....

[thebestauntie]

Get a new stadium too, god that thing is shit hole.


Who has Bullpens on the field? What is this little league? Then there is a dining area were the bull pens should be....geeessh.
Plus, what's with the name change too? Come on give me a break! Can't be called the Devil Rays anymore? Now you have that nice little yellow star on the logo to prove that you're not Satanic or something. Geesh!

[rickyh24]

Plus, what's with the name change too? Come on give me a break! Can't be called the Devil Rays anymore? Now you have that nice little yellow star on the logo to prove that you're not Satanic or something. Geesh!

but they also have A Devil Ray on there shirt sleeve, and some sting rays in fish tank.....they have no idea what they are doing. Is it Ray's pertaining to the sun? That the field never sees since its a Dome?

[jmudmbphan]

their new sailboat looking stadium does seem kinda cool

[rickyh24]

Tampa bay Sail Boats?

I like it......

[thebestauntie]

but they also have A Devil Ray on there shirt sleeve, and some sting rays in fish tank.....they have no idea what they are doing. Is it Ray's pertaining to the sun? That the field never sees since its a Dome?
I think they took the devil ray off the shirt sleeves, but they do still have the manta's in the tank. Is that what it is now? Rays, as in Sun Rays? :lol Then yeah, get a real stadium, not a dome!!

[thebestauntie]

their new sailboat looking stadium does seem kinda cool
The Tampa Bay Yeomen!

[rickyh24]

I think they took the devil ray off the shirt sleeves, but they do still have the manta's in the tank. Is that what it is now? Rays, as in Sun Rays? :lol Then yeah, get a real stadium, not a dome!!

the thing is, its so hot in that area and rains all the time.....A dome does make sense climate wise.....Its just ugly as hell.....They need to have some sort of Retractable roof.

[rickyh24]

I think they took the devil ray off the shirt sleeves, but they do still have the manta's in the tank. Is that what it is now? Rays, as in Sun Rays? :lol Then yeah, get a real stadium, not a dome!!

I'm pretty sure the Devil Ray is still on the sleeve....I noticed it this week.

[thebestauntie]

the thing is, its so hot in that area and rains all the time.....A dome does make sense climate wise.....Its just ugly as hell.....They need to have some sort of Retractable roof.
True. On all points.

[rickyh24]

http://tampabay.rays.mlb.com/images/2008/04/28/CrhMhcHZ.jpg

yeah its still there.

[thebestauntie]

I'm pretty sure the Devil Ray is still on the sleeve....I noticed it this week.
Yup, you're right. Sorry, my bad.

[DMBtheStoned]

Geez I leave for an hour and the Boston fans have taken over this thread. :lol

[rickyh24]

^ We were just keeping it going.....Carry on....

[malarks26]

Great job in sweeping the Sox over the weekend!

[thebestauntie]

Geez I leave for an hour and the Boston fans have taken over this thread. :lol
Yeah, you can't trust us for nothing Nick! :lol

[thebestauntie]

Great job in sweeping the Sox over the weekend!
Who asked you? :p

[DMBtheStoned]

The reason for the name change was that Devil Rays (the fish) aren't really in this area of Florida. So it didn't really make sense to call them the Devil Rays. Plus I'm sure there were people who complained about "devil".

The deal with the Rays using Tropicana Field comes back the the orginal owners. They were too cheap to build a stadium and signed a 20-25 year lease to play at Tropicana Field. The stadium isn't really that bad. It's isn't as new as some other fields but it is still enjoyable.

Now there are new owners and they are serious about making the Rays a good club. They are trying to get a stadium built near the water in ST. Pete.

It's hard to deny that the Rays are an up and coming young team with a ton of potential stars.

Carl Crawford
BJ Upton
Evan Longoria
Scott Kazmir
James Shields
Matt Garza
Carlos Pena

[thebestauntie]

I decided that I hate BJ Upton. He appeared to be everywhere in the outfield over the weekend. I didn't think it was possible to play that shallow and still catch all the far hit balls. He's a pain in my ass.

[clayj41]

I decided that I hate BJ Upton. He appeared to be everywhere in the outfield over the weekend. I didn't think it was possible to play that shallow and still catch all the far hit balls. He's a pain in my ass.

All the more reason to like him...;)

[thebestauntie]

All the more reason to like him...;)
You won't be singing that tune when the Rays are playing the Cubs in the World Series! :haha

[clayj41]

You won't be singing that tune when the Rays are playing the Cubs in the World Series! :haha

Nick would absolutely love that!

[rickyh24]

You won't be singing that tune when the Rays are playing the Cubs in the World Series! :haha

:lol :lol

[thebestauntie]

Nick would absolutely love that!
Oh my gosh that's right! He'd think he died and went to heaven or something! :lol

[DMBtheStoned]

I decided that I hate BJ Upton. He appeared to be everywhere in the outfield over the weekend. I didn't think it was possible to play that shallow and still catch all the far hit balls. He's a pain in my ass.

Ya he made some awesome plays in CF. He's only been playing the outfield for a year or so. He used to be a SS and 2B.

[DMBtheStoned]

Nick would absolutely love that!

You won't be singing that tune when the Rays are playing the Cubs in the World Series! :haha

:lol That would be awesome. I'd win either way. For the record I'd be rooting for the Cubs.

[thebestauntie]

Ya he made some awesome plays in CF. He's only been playing the outfield for a year or so. He used to be a SS and 2B.
Yeah, I Remy and/or Orsillo mentioned that he was still fairly new in the outfield. Make me sicker. :lol

The left fielder for the Rays stole a base hit or two this weekend as well.

[GOB_]

The reason for the name change was that Devil Rays (the fish) aren't really in this area of Florida. So it didn't really make sense to call them the Devil Rays. Plus I'm sure there were people who complained about "devil".

The deal with the Rays using Tropicana Field comes back the the orginal owners. They were too cheap to build a stadium and signed a 20-25 year lease to play at Tropicana Field. The stadium isn't really that bad. It's isn't as new as some other fields but it is still enjoyable.

Now there are new owners and they are serious about making the Rays a good club. They are trying to get a stadium built near the water in ST. Pete.

It's hard to deny that the Rays are an up and coming young team with a ton of potential stars.

Carl Crawford
BJ Upton
Evan Longoria
Scott Kazmir
James Shields
Matt Garza
Carlos Pena

These are all good points, Nick. I just wanted to add that another reason why "Devil" was left off is because most people refer to them as the "Rays" anyway.

I hope that the new stadium proposal goes through. My only concern is the stadium will not have a retractable roof. I understand space is an issue and the main reason why it won't; but for people who know what it's like in Florida in the summer, it's going to be a bitch - hot, humid, and torrential downpours.

[rickyh24]

I just hate the way the field looks. The turf looks weird and I heard the infield is not one of the best around.

[clayj41]

:lol That would be awesome. I'd win either way. For the record I'd be rooting for the Cubs.

Good boy! :D

[scoobycc]

The deal with the Rays using Tropicana Field comes back the the orginal owners. They were too cheap to build a stadium and signed a 20-25 year lease to play at Tropicana Field. The stadium isn't really that bad. It's isn't as new as some other fields but it is still enjoyable.



That's crazy. i never knew the Trop was there longer than the team was around, or that the Lightning used to play there.

Learn something knew every day

[thebestauntie]

:lol That would be awesome. I'd win either way. For the record I'd be rooting for the Cubs.
I would also be rooting for the Cubs in that case. Actually in any case, unless it were against the Red Sox. But even then if the Cubs beat the Red Sox in a World Series, I wouldn't feel too bad about it.

[rickyh24]

That's crazy. i never knew the Trop was there longer than the team was around, or that the Lightning used to play there.

Learn something knew every day

If they built that new that would really suck.....:lol

[clayj41]

I would also be rooting for the Cubs in that case. Actually in any case, unless it were against the Red Sox. But even then if the Cubs beat the Red Sox in a World Series, I wouldn't feel too bad about it.

I rooted for the Sox in '04. I will never do so again. :lol

[rickyh24]

I rooted for the Sox in '04. I will never do so again. :lol


ahhh 04...what a good year.

[scoobycc]

If they built that new that would really suck.....:lol

I just thought they were whack jobs

[rickyh24]

I just thought they were whack jobs

:lol :lol

I really cant get over how the bullpens are right on the field. I find that hilarious.

[thebestauntie]

:lol :lol

I really cant get over how the bullpens are right on the field. I find that hilarious.
THere are a couple of other fields like that, I just can't think of them off the top off my head. :confused

[rickyh24]

THere are a couple of other fields like that, I just can't think of them off the top off my head. :confused

It reminds me of little league. We always needed an extra guy out there making sure line shots didn't hit your pitcher in the face.

[scoobycc]

:lol :lol

I really cant get over how the bullpens are right on the field. I find that hilarious.

It's not like they can't afford to remove a couple sections in the outfield and install some bullpens.

has a Rays game ever sold out?

[malarks26]

ahhh 04...what a good year.

Besides getting married that year, it was the worst year of my life once October came around. :freak

[kurz41]

I rooted for the Sox in '04. I will never do so again. :lol
Against the Yankees, I would do it every time.

[clayj41]

Against the Yankees, I would do it every time.

And against the Cards in the WS. ;)

[kurz41]

THere are a couple of other fields like that, I just can't think of them off the top off my head. :confused
Wrigley, to name one.

[kurz41]

And against the Cards in the WS. ;)
:thumbsup

or even against the Brewers. They're really coming up close to Cards status in my book.

[clayj41]

:thumbsup

or even against the Brewers. They're really coming up close to Cards status in my book.

No, I meant the Sox played the Cards that year in the WS. No way in hell was I cheering for the Cards.

[thebestauntie]

Besides getting married that year, it was the worst year of my life once October came around. :freak
:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol

Thanks Rob!

[thebestauntie]

Wrigley, to name one.
Okay, thank you! :thumbsup

[DMBtheStoned]

I don't get how having bullpens on the field is that big of deal. Many ballparks have it. How about Wrigley Field? Never heard anyone complain about the bullpens on the field there.

[DMBtheStoned]

has a Rays game ever sold out?

Of course they have. Allready had 2-3 sellouts this year.

[thebestauntie]

I don't get how having bullpens on the field is that big of deal. Many ballparks have it. How about Wrigley Field? Never heard anyone complain about the bullpens on the field there.
I already brought that up.

[thebestauntie]

Of course they have. Allready had 2-3 sellouts this year.
Against the Red Sox or the Yankees? :lol

[DMBtheStoned]

I already brought that up.

:thumbsup

[DMBtheStoned]

Against the Red Sox or the Yankees? :lol

Opening day and vs the Red Sox :lol

[rickyh24]

It's not like they can't afford to remove a couple sections in the outfield and install some bullpens.

has a Rays game ever sold out?

:lol yes they sell out every time they play the Yanks or Sox.

The funny thing is they have tables set up right behind the walls. Perfect place for a bullpen.

[GOB_]

If they built that new that would really suck.....:lol

Just a little background on the "Trop," it was originally built in the mid-80s to attract the White Sox who wanted a new stadium to replace "old" Comiskey Park. There were also talks about the Mariners and Giants possibly moving to Tampa in the 90s to replace the Kingdome and Candlestick Park, respectively. Of course, all three teams received new stadiums.

The bullpens used to be located behind the outfield fence. However, after noticing that officials had miscalculated the distance from home plate (it was considerably shorter than what was labeled) they moved the bullpens to the sides and moved the fences back.

Besides being a temporary home to the Lightning, it was also home the Storm for a brief time, too. It's also been named the Suncoast Dome (original name) and the Thunderdome (when the Lightning and Storm both played there).

[rickyh24]

I don't get how having bullpens on the field is that big of deal. Many ballparks have it. How about Wrigley Field? Never heard anyone complain about the bullpens on the field there.

It just looks weird to me.....and there is the safety factor too. Even though its a slim chance something could happen.

[thebestauntie]

Opening day and vs the Red Sox :lol
That's what I thought. :thumbsup :lol

[rickyh24]

Just a little background on the "Trop," it was originally built in the mid-80s to attract the White Sox who wanted a new stadium to replace "old" Comiskey Park. There were also talks about the Mariners and Giants possibly moving to Tampa in the 90s to replace the Kingdome and Candlestick Park, respectively. Of course, all three teams received new stadiums.

The bullpens used to be located behind the outfield fence. However, after noticing that officials had miscalculated the distance from home plate (it was considerably shorter than what was labeled) they moved the bullpens to the sides and moved the fences back.

Besides being a temporary home to the Lightning, it was also home the Storm for a brief time, too. It's also been named the Suncoast Dome (original name) and the Thunderdome (when the Lightning and Storm both played there).

:thumbsup :thumbsup Cool info. I didn't realize the pens being were they are was the result of a stadium error.

[DMBtheStoned]

Go Rays!

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays win!

[DMBtheStoned]

Lookin good

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays Win!

[devilandthelord]

You do realize you're like 90% of the posts in this thread?

You're talking to yourself man! :twenty4

[malarks26]

You do realize you're like 90% of the posts in this thread?

You're talking to yourself man! :twenty4

:lol:lol

Pretty sad!

[UCFish]

I went to a rays game once. It was quiet in there.

[devilandthelord]

I saw an old lady doing needlepoint there.

[DmBand801]

they only had 19,000 people at their game vs the yanks tonight

[malarks26]

they only had 19,000 people at their game vs the yanks tonight

Again, pretty sad.

[smeritt]

The Rays are the best team in the East right now.

[rickyh24]

Not according to the standings

[smeritt]

Not according to the standingsYou know if we looked at records you would assume the Patriots were better than the Giants last year wouldn't you? Who won the super bowl again?

[rickyh24]

^ Bitter Yankee fan.

[smeritt]

^ Bitter Yankee fan.How am I a bitter Yankee fan when I openly admitted the Rays are a better team than them and make a claim they are the best team in the Al East? That makes no sense at all.

[DMBtheStoned]

The Rays are the best team in the East right now.

I like your thinking..

[rickyh24]

How am I a bitter Yankee fan when I openly admitted the Rays are a better team than them and make a claim they are the best team in the Al East? That makes no sense at all.

Look at the standings.....How are they the best in the East right now? I tried to bring up that point and you totally changed the subject and attacked another team that lost in a fluke game.

[smeritt]

I like your thinking..
It took your higher ups long enough to figure out if you spend more than 18 million a year you can win a few games.

[malarks26]

It took your higher ups long enough to figure out if you spend more than 18 million a year you can win a few games.

I don't think it matters how many games they win, they still won't have the crowds at the games until they get a new complex.

[smeritt]

Look at the standings.....How are they the best in the East right now? I tried to bring up that point and you totally changed the subject and attacked another team that lost in a fluke game.Because right now they are more well rounded than the sox. Your bullpen has i think 9 blown saves this year? Your starting pitching is mediocre at best. And your offense saves the game too many times. That will eventually run out. Right now the Rays are younger, better defensively, and hungrier than any team in the East. Therefore even though they are a 1/2 game, just a 1/2 behind your beloved Sawx, in my opinion right now they are a better team

[smeritt]

I don't think it matters how many games they win, they still won't have the crowds at the games until they get a new complex.
A new complex isn't going to get them crowds either. People in Tampa are just old and uninterested in baseball at this point.

[rickyh24]

Because right now they are more well rounded than the sox. Your bullpen has i think 9 blown saves this year? Your starting pitching is mediocre at best. And your offense saves the game too many times. That will eventually run out. Right now the Rays are younger, better defensively, and hungrier than any team in the East. Therefore even though they are a 1/2 game, just a 1/2 behind your beloved Sawx, in my opinion right now they are a better team

and I disagree. I will believe the Rays are better than the Sox when they take first place in the division and open up a few game lead.

[smeritt]

and I disagree. I will believe the Rays are better than the Sox when they take first place in the division and open up a few game lead.Agree to disagree, records don't mean everything.

[DMBtheStoned]

It took your higher ups long enough to figure out if you spend more than 18 million a year you can win a few games.

Thats really not the case. They still have the lowest overall payroll I believe. Spending money doesn't always mean success (See Yankees).

There farm system has gotten them were they are today. They have had one of the best farm systems the past few years...(I guess finishing last so much will do that to you).

The Rays have a crop of potential stars on there team. Crawford, Upton, Longoria, Pena, Kazmir, Shields, Garza.... You put any one of these guys on the Yanks or Sox and ESPN wouldn't shut the fuck up about them.

[DMBtheStoned]

and I disagree. I will believe the Rays are better than the Sox when they take first place in the division and open up a few game lead.

We can both agree they're better than the Yanks right?

[rickyh24]

Agree to disagree, records don't mean everything.

Strongly disagree :lol. I'm pretty sure a good record is what gets you into the playoffs.

[rickyh24]

We can both agree they're better than the Yanks right?

:thumbsup :thumbsup

[DMBtheStoned]

A new complex isn't going to get them crowds either. People in Tampa are just old and uninterested in baseball at this point.


This is completely untrue and pretty ignorant. The problem is location. The stadium isn't even in Tampa! It's in St. Pete.

[malarks26]

Thats really not the case. They still have the lowest overall payroll I believe. Spending money doesn't always mean success (See Yankees).

There farm system has gotten them were they are today. They have had one of the best farm systems the past few years...(I guess finishing last so much will do that to you).

The Rays have a crop of potential stars on there team. Crawford, Upton, Longoria, Pena, Kazmir, Shields, Garza.... You put any one of these guys on the Yanks or Sox and ESPN wouldn't shut the fuck up about them.

The only reason they have Kazmir is b/c Steve Phillips was the worst GM in all of baseball. I still can't believe he made that trade; I'm just glad I'm not a Mets fan. :BANG

[DMBtheStoned]

I don't think it matters how many games they win, they still won't have the crowds at the games until they get a new complex.

They are working on building a new stadium in St. Pete. The better the Rays play, the better the crowd. This year attendance has been up significantly. If the Rays continue to play will attendance will continue to rise.

[DMBtheStoned]

The only reason they have Kazmir is b/c Steve Phillips was the worst GM in all of baseball. I still can't believe he made that trade; I'm just glad I'm not a Mets fan. :BANG

Yeah it indeed was a good trade. You can't take that away from the Rays..I'm sure I could find a trade or two where you guys got a player for cheap..

[smeritt]

Thats really not the case. They still have the lowest overall payroll I believe. Spending money doesn't always mean success (See Yankees).

There farm system has gotten them were they are today. They have had one of the best farm systems the past few years...(I guess finishing last so much will do that to you).

The Rays have a crop of potential stars on there team. Crawford, Upton, Longoria, Pena, Kazmir, Shields, Garza.... You put any one of these guys on the Yanks or Sox and ESPN wouldn't shut the fuck up about them.Yea but its about spending the money to hold onto these guys. Not to mention they went out and signed guys like Carlos Pena, Percival and I don't if Garza was in the trade for delmon young, but moves like that are not moves they had made in the passed. Atleast successful moves. I realize they tried fred mcgriff, jose canseco, and wade boggs but those were not pieces they needed to be a good team. What they did this offseason, in doubling their payroll which is now 40+ million, which is most definitely not last, has alot to do with how well they are playing.

On that note they wont enjoy continued success unless they spend the money to keep all the guys you mentioned. So I'm sorry but the payroll argument is not a good one in my eyes because the Yankees did not spend their money effectively. They pay overpriced washed up talent. The Rays need to pay their young guys to stick around and build a franchise. So to an extent yes spending money has made them better.

[smeritt]

Strongly disagree :lol. I'm pretty sure a good record is what gets you into the playoffs.I understand that but say one team has a better record in a division like the NL west which in years past was the shit heap of the league. Would you consider them better than say the Red Sox who go through the wear and tear of the AL East?

Edit: Not to mention the Rays have lost one less game then your Sox and have two less wins. So your punishing a team for playing less games?

[DMBtheStoned]

I get what your saying. My point was the Rays aren't really spending that much if you compare them to the other top teams. The Rays have signed most of the players I listed to long term contracts already...They are working on deals with Kazmir and Upton as we speak. Most of the Rays players, believe it or not, love playing for the Rays. They are definitely a team that should contend for the next couple years. I'm glad they are getting the respect they deserve.

As far as the old guys they signed in the past, that was all with the previous owners/GM. Oh ya and about the team payroll, they're not last..they're 2nd to last. So I think my argument about not having to spend a boatload to win is pretty valid.

[smeritt]

I get what your saying. My point was the Rays aren't really spending that much if you compare them to the other top teams. The Rays have signed most of the players I listed to long term contracts already...They are working on deals with Kazmir and Upton as we speak. Most of the Rays players, believe it or not, love playing for the Rays. They are definitely a team that should contend for the next couple years. I'm glad they are getting the respect they deserve.

As far as the old guys they signed in the past, that was all with the previous owners/GM. Oh ya and about the team payroll, they're not last..they're 2nd to last. So I think my argument about not having to spend a boatload to win is pretty valid.I totally agree that you don't have to spend a boatload to win. The Twins and A's do it every year. But I'm sorry you can't win on 20 million dolars. Obviously 40 million is second to last and nowhere near other teams but I do think your GM has realized there is a need to spend more money and that will help the success of the team in the end.

[DMBtheStoned]

^
To further that up..i do agree generally you do need to spend money to have a good team.

[DMBtheStoned]

I totally agree that you don't have to spend a boatload to win. The Twins and A's do it every year. But I'm sorry you can't win on 20 million dolars. Obviously 40 million is second to last and nowhere near other teams but I do think your GM has realized there is a need to spend more money and that will help the success of the team in the end.

Definitely. To have longterm success the Rays are going to have to spend some money.

[DMBtheStoned]

I'm just happy people are talking about how good the Rays are for once..:lol

[smeritt]

As you should be. My roommate is a Rays fan, I had to watch the game with him. It sucked. Atleast I todl him to bench Garza tonight in Fantasy baseball. Muahahaha

[rickyh24]

I'm just happy people are talking about how good the Rays are for once..:lol

or even talking about them for that matter ;) :lol

[DMBtheStoned]

As you should be. My roommate is a Rays fan, I had to watch the game with him. It sucked. Atleast I todl him to bench Garza tonight in Fantasy baseball. Muahahaha

:thumbsup

or even talking about them for that matter ;) :lol

:lol Touche.

[Bartndrpleez]

I'm fixing to get ready to start a Marlins thread, even though it appears I'm probably the only Fish fan on the site. :lol

Love how both the Florida teams are playing. And now the Fish have locked up Hanley "the Second Coming" Ramirez for 6 years. Hopefully he stays the whole time. Now if we can just get ESPN to care about teams that aren't located in New York or Boston... :rolleyes :BANG:BANG:BANG

[GOB_]

they only had 19,000 people at their game vs the yanks tonight

The combination of the Yankees playing poorly and their injuries, not as many Yankees' fans showed up. Face it, the Yankees are pretty average thus far and not as many people are interested in watching them play when they're on the road. I'd probably say that equated to approximately 7-10k less fans for last night's game.

[GOB_]

Yea but its about spending the money to hold onto these guys. Not to mention they went out and signed guys like Carlos Pena, Percival and I don't if Garza was in the trade for delmon young, but moves like that are not moves they had made in the passed. Atleast successful moves. I realize they tried fred mcgriff, jose canseco, and wade boggs but those were not pieces they needed to be a good team. What they did this offseason, in doubling their payroll which is now 40+ million, which is most definitely not last, has alot to do with how well they are playing.


Garza was invloved in the trade along with Jason Bartlett for Young. I think that's worked out well, thus far.

[MistreatedLewis]

I'm fixing to get ready to start a Marlins thread, even though it appears I'm probably the only Fish fan on the site. :lol

Love how both the Florida teams are playing. And now the Fish have locked up Hanley "the Second Coming" Ramirez for 6 years. Hopefully he stays the whole time. Now if we can just get ESPN to care about teams that aren't located in New York or Boston... :rolleyes :BANG:BANG:BANG

The Florida teams have been very very impressive, especially the Fish. That said, being a Mets fan, please feel free to begin a ten game losing streak anytime now...

[darbini]

A new complex isn't going to get them crowds either. People in Tampa are just old and uninterested in baseball at this point.

The average age of Tampa residents is 34, and New York's median age is 36, but there's 8 million people there instead of 1.5 million in the Tampa/St Pete area. Location is tough for the Tampa crowd because you have to cross the Gandy or Howard Frankland bridge. It's also hard to root for a team when the management doesn't want to put any money towards winning, but the tides are changing and we can see that on the field and it's very exciting. Fans in this area are very interested in baseball, why do you think the Phillies, Blue Jays, Reds, Yankess, Pirates, and Rays all have their spring training within 20 miles of the stadium. Tigers and Indians are only about 25 miles away. Everyone is interested, young, and excited. I'm a hardcore Cubs fan since birth, but have grown up in the Tampa/St Pete area, so I do root for them. If they play the Cubs then I hope the Cubs win. Also, there are TONS of Boston, Chicago, and New York fans all around this area, so that makes it hard to grow a real genuine Rays fanbase. It's like the melting pot of the melted pot.

[GOB_]

The average age of Tampa residents is 34, and New York's median age is 36, but there's 8 million people there instead of 1.5 million in the Tampa/St Pete area. Location is tough for the Tampa crowd because you have to cross the Gandy or Howard Frankland bridge. It's also hard to root for a team when the management doesn't want to put any money towards winning, but the tides are changing and we can see that on the field and it's very exciting. Fans in this area are very interested in baseball, why do you think the Phillies, Blue Jays, Reds, Yankess, Pirates, and Rays all have their spring training within 20 miles of the stadium. Tigers and Indians are only about 25 miles away. Everyone is interested, young, and excited. I'm a hardcore Cubs fan since birth, but have grown up in the Tampa/St Pete area, so I do root for them. If they play the Cubs then I hope the Cubs win. Also, there are TONS of Boston, Chicago, and New York fans all around this area, so that makes it hard to grow a real genuine Rays fanbase. It's like the melting pot of the melted pot.

:thumbsup I'm a Yankees fan since birth. I was born in NY but have lived in the Tampa area for almost 30 years. In fact, because of the ties to Steinbrenner and Tampa I was still able to watch the Yankees while growing up. They used to broadcast their games on local televison (channel 28, which is now our ABC affiliate).

Anyway, this is new for us. I've always "rooted" for the Rays but when it came to playing against the Yankees, I always rooted for them because they had a legitimate shot of making the playoffs and the Rays...well, they were just a joke.

[smeritt]

Rays starters have 37 straight scoreless innings......
pretty bad.....

[DMBtheStoned]

1st Place

[darbini]

I was going to go to the game last night but had bowling league instead, would've been a good one. Keep on keepin on Rays!

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays sign Kazmir to 4 year extension.

http://tampabay.rays.mlb.com/news/press_releases/press_release.jsp?ymd=20080514&content_id=2700036&vkey=pr_tb&fext=.jsp&c_id=tb

[DMBfan41]

Rays-Marlins World Series

Come on, anyone else with me?

[DMBtheStoned]

No it will be Cubs-Rays.

[devilandthelord]

No it will be Cubs-Rays.

That would be cool, but then if the Cubs lost I would stop watching baseball for all eternity and probably light myself on fire.

[malarks26]

Yankees win!!!!!

[DMBtheStoned]

Yankees win!!!!!

Moose had a great game tonight. We'll get you guys tomorrow.

[malarks26]

Moose had a great game tonight. We'll get you guys tomorrow.

Yeah, he's pitched great the last month...thank God!

[smeritt]

You don't beat Mo twice

[devilandthelord]

You don't beat Mo twice

Unless its the playoffs, and you're the RedSox.

[malarks26]

Unless its the playoffs, and you're the RedSox.

:twak

[darbini]

Went to the game last night. It was a good game and Mussina pitched a great game as did Shields, but the Rays couldn't get those runners around the diamond, a little frustrating. It was nice how the fans were still rowdy and excited eventhough we lost.


Sidenote: Many people have stated how the Rays don't have any fans, or at least a large number of fans, and that noone cares about baseball. I think one of the main reasons other teams have so many fans whether they're doing good or bad is because of the teams history. If a team wins the world series or goes to the playoffs, fans will be more likely to stick around and root for their team because they know what they are capable of. The Rays have only been around for 11 years and obviously haven't come close to impressing any fans. This year is different though, and if they continue playing the type of ball they're playing now, and maybe have a chance at the playoffs, then I think the whole community will hop on board, not as bandwagoners but as actual fans who are finally given something they've dreamed about since way before the Rays were here. Once the Rays get some history under their belts, the fans with have faith in the team and there will be more consistent numbers, large ones. If they build that new stadium then the Rays will be off to the races.

[UCFish]

Well the Marlins have won it twice in the last 11 years. What is their excuse for having no fans.

[thebestauntie]

Unless its the playoffs, and you're the RedSox.
Hee hee, I'm starting to like you! :D

[DMBtheStoned]

Went to the game last night. It was a good game and Mussina pitched a great game as did Shields, but the Rays couldn't get those runners around the diamond, a little frustrating. It was nice how the fans were still rowdy and excited eventhough we lost.


Sidenote: Many people have stated how the Rays don't have any fans, or at least a large number of fans, and that noone cares about baseball. I think one of the main reasons other teams have so many fans whether they're doing good or bad is because of the teams history. If a team wins the world series or goes to the playoffs, fans will be more likely to stick around and root for their team because they know what they are capable of. The Rays have only been around for 11 years and obviously haven't come close to impressing any fans. This year is different though, and if they continue playing the type of ball they're playing now, and maybe have a chance at the playoffs, then I think the whole community will hop on board, not as bandwagoners but as actual fans who are finally given something they've dreamed about since way before the Rays were here. Once the Rays get some history under their belts, the fans with have faith in the team and there will be more consistent numbers, large ones. If they build that new stadium then the Rays will be off to the races.

Well said. :thumbsup :thumbsup

[jmudmbphan]

serious questions to rays fans..

do you guys sincerely believe you will be able to sustain this type of play throughout the entire season?

do you think the rays will make the playoffs this year?

[DMBtheStoned]

serious questions to rays fans..

do you guys sincerely believe you will be able to sustain this type of play throughout the entire season?

do you think the rays will make the playoffs this year?


I think we will keep up the good play but not as good as we are right now.
If you look at our roster there is no reason why we shouldn't be playing good. I don't think we will make the playoffs but def finish 2nd or 3rd in the AL East.

[jmudmbphan]

whoaaa 2nd in the east?? i think if you finish 2nd in the east you have a very legitimate shot at the playoffs...however, i dont see them finishing ahead of the yankees or sox.

[darbini]

serious questions to rays fans..

1.) do you guys sincerely believe you will be able to sustain this type of play throughout the entire season?

2.) do you think the rays will make the playoffs this year?

1.) I don't think the Rays will be able to sustain this type of play throughout the season, but no team ever really does. Obviously a season is going to be filled with plenty of ups and downs, but the Rays had a fantastic start that the fans can only hope will continue. If it stalls out, then at least now there is some hope and expectations which may help fuel the Rays into playing consistently better than what everyone else in the league thinks, or is used to. If you asked the Yankees, Angels, Red Sox, etc. they would probably say that the Rays are a good baseball team, and possibly one to be reckoned with later on in the year. They are young, their starting pitching is fantastic (as well as their bullpen), and their defense is great. Great pitching and great defense is what helps propel teams into the postseason, and so far the Rays are executing it better than most. - YES

2.) I don't think they'll make the playoffs, but it is too early to say. If you base it on their past then the answer is obviously no, but they have already exceeded all other previous teams with their play during the first month and a half. They are a good baseball team who has the ability to make the playoffs, they just need to keep this up till the all star break. If they do that then I think they'll have the confidence and experience to make a push for the playoffs. - YES



Serious question to Yankees fans:

1.) do you guys sincerely believe you will not be able to sustain this type of play throughout the entire season?

2.) do you think the yankees will make the playoffs this year?

[DMBtheStoned]

whoaaa 2nd in the east?? i think if you finish 2nd in the east you have a very legitimate shot at the playoffs...however, i dont see them finishing ahead of the yankees or sox.


The Rays have played much better than the Yanks this year..I don't think it's excessive to think they will finish better than them. I don't see them being better than the Sox but we're def better than the Yanks. I know the Yanks always start out slow and then pick up steam late in the season but I honestly don't think the Yanks are that good this year.

[jmudmbphan]

The Rays have played much better than the Yanks this year..I don't think it's excessive to think they will finish better than them. I don't see them being better than the Sox but we're def better than the Yanks. I know the Yanks always start out slow and then pick up steam late in the season but I honestly don't think the Yanks are that good this year.


Yeah, the rays have played better baseball than the yanks this year...by 3.5 games. I think its a bit premature to say, the rays are better than the yanks, flat out. You guys started hot, and are up 3.5 games. The yanks are without arod and posada. Not to mention awful starts by hughes and kennedy.

I dont think its a mistake to assume hughes and kennedy will pick it up, and arod and posada will contribute when they get back. I think that alone makes up 3.5 games, plus many many more.

[DMBtheStoned]

Yeah, the rays have played better baseball than the yanks this year...by 3.5 games. I think its a bit premature to say, the rays are better than the yanks, flat out. You guys started hot, and are up 3.5 games. The yanks are without arod and posada. Not to mention awful starts by hughes and kennedy.

I dont think its a mistake to assume hughes and kennedy will pick it up, and arod and posada will contribute when they get back. I think that alone makes up 3.5 games, plus many many more.

True. But lets not forget the Rays have had injuries too. Kazmir missed a month and half. Garza was on the DL for almost a month. Cliff Floyd, Al Reyes and Navaro have spent time on the DL too.

Needless to say, this is gonna be a fun season for Rays fans!

[darbini]

The Rays have had more guys on the disabled list this year at one time than ever before. Well, only 120 games to go

[DMBtheStoned]

Aki!!

[DMBtheStoned]

Well I'm off to the bar to watch the game. Enjoy the game guys.

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays Win!

[thebestauntie]

Rays Win!
Again?! :eek What the heck is going on?

[DmBand801]

Again?! :eek What the heck is going on?

the Yankees don't score.

[DMBtheStoned]

Rays win again!

[GOB_]

Rays win again!

And currently in first (pending the outcome of the Sox/A's game) 10 games over .500.

[Bartndrpleez]

What a great game Saturday night. Lots of offense, fun atmosphere (70s night) and on a holiday weekend 30,000+!! And then they completed the sweep today in dramatic fashion!!

I must say, watching baseball in the state of Florida is going to be VERY exciting this summer (Marlins AND Rays) its just too bad most of people in Tampa/St. Pete and Miami/Ft. Lauderdale haven't gotten the memo. :rolleyes

Pinch me!!! (http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/standings?date=20080525&type=reg&br=9&year=2008&order=false&st=2)

[UCFish]

Bring out the florida fans. If I was still there I would cheer pending games against the cubs.

[darbini]

Bring out the florida fans. If I was still there I would cheer pending games against the cubs.

Hahaha that's how I am

[Shagadelic]

Was at the game Saturday, boy when the Rays get rollin they can be a real good ball club...

[DMBtheStoned]

Bring out the florida fans. If I was still there I would cheer pending games against the cubs.

Hahaha that's how I am

Same. :thumbsup

[Trippin4136]

Heard a crazy stat today....

This year's Rays team is the first team since the 1903 New York Giants to have the best record in baseball on Memorial Day after finishing the previous season with the worst record in baseball.

[devilandthelord]

DMBtheStoned and his stupid Rays, and their stupid best record in baseball.
Ugh!

[DMBtheStoned]

DMBtheStoned and his stupid Rays, and their stupid best record in baseball.
Ugh!

:D :monkey

[DMBtheStoned]

Heard a crazy stat today....

This year's Rays team is the first team since the 1903 New York Giants to have the best record in baseball on Memorial Day after finishing the previous season with the worst record in baseball.

Crazy isn't it?

[GOB_]

They had a rough 2nd inning. Five runs all unearned. The game would be tied right now but instead they're down 7-2.