ST. PETERSBURG -- Taylor Motter entered the Rays' clubhouse at 10:36 a.m. ET Sunday for his first experience in the Major Leagues and offered the promise of versatility.
He traded hugs and hand slaps with many of his new teammates, including reliever Steve Geltz and catcher Curt Casali, all while flashing a large smile after being promoted from Triple-A Durham. When he stopped near his locker, under a small blue-and-yellow placard that read, "Taylor Motter 38," the young infielder/outfielder was eager to contribute.
"I'm just here to do whatever the team needs," said Motter, 26.