Back in 2012, Stephen Vogt had a miserable time as a member of the Tampa Bay Rays. He made the team out of Spring Training as the backup catcher, getting his first major league chance at 27 years old. However, he was 0-13 before being sent to Durham. He came back to the majors twice, including as a September callup, but failed to get a hit. Vogt ended the season hitless in his 25 at bats, but he did manage to draw two walks with only two strikeouts.
Prior to the 2013 season, the Oakland Athletics purchased Vogt from the Rays.