PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- Mallex Smith knows how his bread is buttered. Speed is his game.
Given that fact, the new Rays outfielder tries to do everything he can to incorporate his speed into the equation. Which is why he spends an inordinate amount of time laying 'em down.
If you see a Rays player working on his bunting skills, there's a good chance the player you see is Smith.
"Old-school guys used to do it," Smith said. "If I'm fast, why wouldn't I make the most out of all of my weapons? Bunting is a weapon.