CHICAGO -- Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Chris Archer plans a business-as-usual approach on Tuesday when he goes against a Chicago Cubs team managed by Joe Maddon, his former boss.
"It's not going to be any different than preparing for any other (game)," said Archer as the Rays face the Cubs at Wrigley Field in the opener of a two-game interleague series.
While Maddon is now in the opposing dugout, Archer (6-5, 3.92 ERA) appreciates what the manager has meant to him, especially early in his major league career.
"I've always enjoyed my talks with Joe," Archer said.