The All-Star break is here, so it's time for a look back at the Rays' first half, and a look ahead at all we have to look forward to the rest of the season.<< MORE >>

After many phone calls and e-mails from my legions of fans (OK, my mother) pleading for the return of my one-of-a-kind Rays commentary, I am happy to announce that I AM BACK! And what better time to reacquaint ourselves with the Rays than at this, the halfway point of their season, as they take over first place from the Red Sox.<< MORE >>

The Devil Rays love themselves a good free-agent acquisition. Next year could be a big year for the Rays if they take a look at these guys. Or, you know, maybe not.<< MORE >>

You're going to want to look at this. Trust me. It's the Rays as you've never seen them before.<< MORE >>

The Devil Rays as comic book heroes? Comic, sure. But heroes? See the pictures for yourself. << MORE >>

I know I've been critical of the Rays a lot over the past few weeks. Perhaps a little too critical. Perhaps not. Either way, it's time to lighten the mood, and what better way to do that than by celebrating some D-Rays victories?<< MORE >>

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This quote seemed an appropriate title for today's post, considering it came from former Baltimore Orioles manager Paul Richards. If only the Devil Rays could take it to heart. Read my thoughts on their weekend series loss to the O's and various other things here. << MORE >>

Despite a flurry of activity at the trade deadline, three wins in their last four games, and a new and improved bullpen rotation, something still feels like it's missing from this Rays team. I haven't yet figured out what that something is, but I'm trying. This is my first attempt at sorting everything out.<< MORE >>

It was a lousy sports week. The Rays were no exception, extending their latest losing streak to seven along the way.<< MORE >>

This is not a post about the Devil Rays. This is a post about life and a man whose was taken far too quickly. Today we were reminded that sports are about people, and there were few finer than Wake Forest University men's basketball coach Skip Prosser, who died this afternoon at the age of 56. << MORE >>

Brace yourselves. I'm about to suggest something pretty bold. But before you yell at me right off the bat, read the full entry. You just might change your mind. If not, feel free to yell at me then. << MORE >>

The Rays are not very good at baseball, which is problematic since they are supposed to be a "professional" baseball team. My how quickly things change. Click to read about the huge swing in momentum (and in the Yankees' bats).<< MORE >>

It's been a pretty good week for the Rays. Wow, that felt good to type. It doesn't happen often, so let's savor the moment as I recap here the games that were.<< MORE >>

Apparently, there are people out there who don't know some of the Devil Rays' players. Gasp. Fear not, though, because I'm here to help those poor souls learn what they're missing. Find out here.<< MORE >>

I'm BAAAAAAAACK. Again. Catch up on the pre-and-post-All-Star break series against the Royals and Yankees by reading more.<< MORE >>

The Rays finally - FINALLY - take on the Boston Red Sox in a match-up of A.L. East foes. With Daisuke Matsuzaka on the mound for the Sox, what better time for a running diary of the game? Click to see how the action unfolded.<< MORE >>

After taking a little vacation with the Rays' hitters, the highly-anticipated return of my commentary has finally arrived. Check out what I'm thinking now that the Rays have fallen back into last place, and catch-up with all the action of the past week, by reading more. << MORE >>

What does losing back-to-back games to Arizona mean? A combination post, that's what. Click here to read a synopsis of the final two games of the Rays' most recent road trip. << MORE >>

Tonight's game got me thinking about an intriguing question I contemplated a little while back. Read on for the full story. And let the debating begin.<< MORE >>

The Rays were due for a good day. Who knew it would come when there was so much else going on in the world of sports? I certainly didn't, but that doesn't mean I have nothing to say about the victory. Read it all by clicking here.<< MORE >>

Just when you thought the telecast was already as "entertaining" as possible... the Rays' broadcasters one up themselves. Oh yeah - there was a baseball game played too. Read more for the details.<< MORE >>

The offense? Nonexistent. The bullpen? Terrible. The Rays' broadcasters? Now we're talking. Click to read about an eventful night in Denver. << MORE >>

The Rays look to finish their three-game home set against San Diego with a win. If only wishing made it true. Read on for a look back at what went wrong today. << MORE >>

The Rays take on the Padres tonight at Tropicana Field in an interesting Interleague match-up. I'll be watching every pitch and recording it all in a running journal here. Click to see how it played out. << MORE >>

One Fan's Perspective on the Hometown Team - Read more for an explanation of what this blog is and why it exists. << MORE >>