Run prevention and defense were the keys for the Tampa Bay Rays success during their playoff years. Last offseason, they altered that by adding more offense, which ultimately led to a big increase in home runs. However, the results were not all positive as evident by their disappointing season.
Rays President of Baseball Operations Matt Silverman and manager Kevin Cash are hellbent on getting the Rays back into contention and Silverman’s main task this winter is upgrading the bullpen. Overall, he is looking at additional opportunities that may include corner outfielders, catchers and a first baseman.