PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- At first glance, Kevin Cash's news appeared old school: The Rays will continue to use a four-man rotation deep into the season, or perhaps for the entire season.
However, upon further review, the news appeared to be new school, as Tampa Bay's manager is talking about creating a hybrid rotation where four starters are in place, followed by a bullpen day when needed.
Cash surprised reporters Wednesday morning when he began to peel away the layers regarding the team's starting rotation.
"We're going to try to stay at four," Cash said. "We're going to have some bullpen days in there.