The Rays had 13 players hit more than six homers last year. Of those, only Kevin Kiermaier (15) remains. Their three pitchers who made their most starts (Chris Archer, Alex Cobb and Jake Odorizzi) are gone. Their three starter prospects most equipped to help this year — Anthony Banda, Jose DeLeon and Brett Honeywell — combined for one major league start and each has needed Tommy John surgery.
Their top four relievers in appearances from last year, including closer Alex Colome, are gone. From this season, their primary catcher (Wilson Ramos), shortstop (Adeiny Hechavarria), left fielder (Denard Span), regenerated starter (Nathan Eovaldi) and valuable swingman (Matt Andriese) gone.