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Tampa Bay Rays: Rasmus Deal is Finally Official

Versatility, power, high energy is what the Tampa Bay Rays are hoping to see out of Colby Rasmus who’s signing was made official on Monday after initially agreeing to terms back on January 9.

Because of numerous issues that included a review of his medical history, specifically since he underwent three surgeries last year (two after the season) and some administrative matters the finalization of his one-year, incentive-laden $5 million contract had such a delay.

The Tampa Bay Rays are banking Rasmus to return to his 2015 form when he hit .238, with 25 home runs, 68 RBIs and a .