LOS ANGELES -- Catching has been one of the most difficult positions for the Rays to fill, dating back to Devil Rays days.
The position remains in flux. Even Rays manager Kevin Cash, when asked about positions that are locked down for the present and immediate future, allowed "that specific one isn't."
Given that situation, Luke Maile is in the midst of what amounts to the best opportunity of his professional career. He's splitting catching duties with Curt Casali. And thus far, Maile has taken full advantage of that opportunity.
"There's obviously comfort throwing to him," Cash said.