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Jose Lobaton ALDS Game 3 Walk-off HR

2014-02-14T00:16:00.002-05:00

Since Jose Lobaton was traded away to the Washington Nationals today, I wanted to look back on his biggest moment of his career with the Rays. Although we ended up losing the series, Jose Lobaton hit a dramatic walk-off home run to win Game 3 of the ALDS. His homer landed in the Rays Tank, making him the first Rays player to hit a long ball into that part of the park. Luis Gonzalez (Dodgers) & Miguel Cabrera (Tigers) were the only other players to also hit a ball into the tank.

I want to wish Jose Lobaton the best with the Nationals and I hope he finally gets a big Ice Cream endorsement deal!

PS - I love that this video uses Dave Wills' radio call of the play! "Splashdown! It's ice cream time!

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How ScoreBig Works & Ticket Credit Giveaway

2014-02-11T20:04:00.000-05:00

As you all know by now, we are always looking for ways to get our readers the cheapest Rays tickets possible. This is where ScoreBig comes in (not to mention we have a $50 site credit giveaway below!).

ScoreBig is kind of like the Priceline of sports tickets. Below are some steps on how easy it is to use:

Find the game that you want to go to.
Select the seating area that you want to sit in.
Tell ScoreBig how much you want to pay for those tickets.
Get an instant answer!

When looking at tickets, ScoreBig will let you know the face value of the seats and let you know what % of savings other users are seeing at that time. This will give you an idea of what your price offer could be. You will need to fill in your payment information and then will find out immediately whether your offer was accepted. All tickets are guaranteed and you will never pay any fees or shipping cost. It really is as easy as that! We think you should definitely keep ScoreBig in mind when looking for your Tampa Bay Rays tickets this season.

ScoreBig Giveaway
Not only does ScoreBig provide good deals on Rays tickets, but they have been kind enough to provide a $50 site credit for a giveaway. If you would like a chance to win, please follow the steps below in the Rafflecopter widget. The only step that is mandatory is to "Like" ScoreBig on Facebook. You may complete other steps for more chances to win (including daily tweets about the contest). The contest ends on 2/18/14 (11:59 PM). The winner will be chosen on that date and must respond within 48 hours. If the winner does not respond, another winner will be chosen.

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Tropicana Field Bucket List & Things To Do

2014-02-09T15:57:00.000-05:00

The 2014 season is quickly approaching and excitement is building for what looks to be another amazing season. We all know that the Rays put a great product on the field, but we wanted to pull together a "To Do" list of all the great things you can do while at Tropicana Field. Is something missing? Have you done everything on our list? Let us know below!

Tailgate before the game (Parking Lot or at Ferg's).
Tailgating at Tropicana Field
Get a Rays Game Day Giveaway.
Meet a player/get an autograph.
Be the Play Ball Kid.
Throw out the first pitch.
Sing the National Anthem.
Take pics in the Gate 1 Rotunda.
Sit in the Hancock Bank Club.
Sit in a suite.
Sit behind home plate.
Sit in the Papa John's Bullpen Box or 162 Landing.
Watch from the Captain Morgan Deck.
Win the Tradewinds Cabana Seats.
Sit in every other section (First Base Line, Third Base Line, Outfield, Press Level, Party Deck, Upper Deck).
Walk around the whole field (Rays 360).
Get on the Jumbo-Tron.
Play a mid-inning game with Rusty Kath (ex. Spot The Cow).
Play carnival-style games on Left Field Street or Right Field Street.
Find Todd Kalas (You will typically find him near large groups of ladies!).
Visit the Ted Williams Hitters Hall Of Fame.
Visit the 162 Landing exhibit.
Visit landing spot of Wade Boggs 3000th Hit (Yellow Seat in Sec 144).
Visit landing spot of Dan Johnson's HR from Game 162 (White seat in Sec 140).
Visit the Rays Touch Tank.
Take a Stadium Tour.
Tour the Rays Clubhouse during Fan Fest.
Have a cigar at Cuesta-Rey Bar.
Eat a Rays Dog (Kayem Footlong).
Eat pulled pork nachos.
Drink a Captain Morgan Blue Storm.
Grab a Craft Beer from The Brewhouse or Curley's Corner.
Dance to Cotton Eyed Joe.
Ring your Cow Bell (Cow Bell or not, just get loud!).
See Raymond.
See DJ Kitty.
Watch the Dancing Groundskeeper.
Catch a foul ball.
Catch a HR ball.
Run the bases.
Catch a post-game concert.
Get on the Rays Wall Of Fame.
Win an in-game raffle (50/50, Community Corner, Designated Driver, Etc.).
Get a free pizza from Kane's Furniture if the Rays get 10 K's.
Shout "VICTORY" after a Rays win!
Walk the catwalk (Don't think this is possible but I really want to do it!)
Get married at The Trop (Done by TokenColoredGuy - Reddit)

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David Price Cy Young Figurine Giveaway

2013-07-03T00:29:00.001-04:00

To celebrate the return of David Price to the Tampa Bay Rays pitching rotation, we have decided to give away a David Price Cy Young Figurine. After a performance like he gave tonight, how could we not!?

The contest will run until midnight on 7/7/13. Entrants are required to Like Rays Rally on Facebook. Entrants may gain other entries by following @RaysRally on Twitter, Tweeting about the giveaway (1x per day) & commenting on this post. See the Rafflecopter widget below for more details.
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Breaking Down The Rays First Round Pick Nick Ciuffo

2013-06-11T21:51:00.000-04:00

Fans of the Rays know by now that in order for this team to compete for the World Series, they need to draft well. That is why last week’s draft was so important for the franchise, as they continue to pour a lot of resources into scouting. There is plenty to love about Nick Ciuffo, and the club decided to take the high school catcher with their first round pick. What does the future hold for the South Carolina native?
First and foremost, drafting a catcher can be risky, but Ciuffo has the bat, the glove and the athleticism to be a solid pick. He is most known for his defense and arm right now, but he projects as a solid hitter who could provide value at the plate as well.

Most high school catchers are not nearly as disciplined and as skilled receiving the ball as he is. He already does a great job framing the ball and calling a game, and those skills are harder to teach to youngsters. His blocking is above average, but should get better when he actually starts playing in the system.
Ciuffo’s arm is the one tool that really sets him apart. He has great footwork, a quick release and it comes easy for him. Most scouts give his arm a perfect grade, and he has the chance to have one of the best arms of his era behind the dish. All of this will be getting fantasy baseball players excited about his prospects, but he isn't a finished product yet.

His hitting is slightly ahead of schedule, but it is what will keep him in the minors until probably 2017. For one, he is just an 18 year old kid who needs to get repetitions at the pro level. Since he is a catcher, it will take him a longer time to get through the system. It is hard to truly project just how good he will be, but many felt he was the best long-term prospect at his position in the draft. The Rays have lacked a talented homegrown catcher in their system, so he could be the answer down the road.

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Renew Your Vows With The Tampa Bay Rays

2013-06-05T21:00:00.000-04:00

The Tampa Bay Rays have held many great in-game promotions this season, but this one takes the ~~wedding~~ cake. After the June 15th game against the Kansas City Royals, Rays fans will have the opportunity to renew their marriage vows on the field at Tropicana Field. It isn't very often that you will get a chance to renew your dedication to your first love while enjoying the rush and excitement of your second.

In order to participate, fans must purchase a set of wristbands for $30 that will get them:

Post game access to the field to say their "I Do's"
A ceremony performed by a Rays talent personality
A pair of Rays Champagne Flutes

To purchase your wristbands or for more details, please visit raysbaseball.com/renewyourvows.

*Please note that Renew Your Vows wristbands do not give you access to the game. Wristbands must be purchased in addition to game tickets & the deadline to buy is 6/13/13.

Tampa Bay Rays Play Against The Tampa Bay Damage Paintball Team

2013-04-05T22:16:00.001-04:00

We all know Kyle Farnsworth is a huge fan of paintball, but apparently he is no longer alone on the Tampa Bay Rays. On the team's first day off during spring training, several of the players went out to play some paintball with the Tampa Bay Damage.

The Tampa Bay Damage are a professional paintball team representing our local area. The players making it out to participate were David Price, Matt Moore, Jeff Niemann, Kyle Farnsworth, Sean Rodriguez, Tim Beckham, Matt Bushman, Marquis Fleming & Kirby Yates. You can check out their experience in the video below or read about it on Social Paintball.

At 1:19, I hear a scream. Is that David Price??

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How To See The Rays For The Absolute Cheapest

2013-03-31T23:40:00.001-04:00

With Opening Day right around the corner, we thought we would share some of our favorite tips on how to save big on your next trip to Tropicana Field.

Tickets
The Rays are often named among the most affordable teams in all of major league sports, so we wanted to show you some of the best ways to find the cheapest Rays tickets available.

Direct from the Rays: Tickets as low as $9 - $10.
ScoreBig: Up to 60% off face value.
StubHub: Tickets as low as $9.50.
TicketLiquidator: Tickets as low as $7.
TicketNetwork: Tickets as low as $7.
Craigslist: Be careful with Craigslist, but sometimes you can catch a good deal... especially on last minute tickets.

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Parking

For Monday - Saturday games, the first 100 cars with 4 or more people can park for free in team controlled lots.
On Sunday games, all cars that contain 4 or more people can park for free in team controlled lots.
There is parking available in downtown St. Petersburg at the Al Lang Lot, South Core Garage & Baywalk Garage. These lots are generally cost $5 - $10 and can be cheaper than parking near the stadium. You can then access the Looper Trolley for a ride to the stadium. The shuttle runs 90 minutes before the game and an hour after the game. This option is great if you want to experience downtown after the game.

Food
I talk to many fans and it sometimes surprises me that a lot of people do not know about this next tip. You can bring in your own food into Tropicana Field for Rays games! Your homemade sandwiches, takeout from a local restaurant or even your hot dogs & hamburgers from tailgating are all approved. Below are a few guidelines:

Food must be for individual/family consumption.
Food must be individual servings, wrapped, bagged or contained within a soft-sided container no larger than 16" X 16" X 8".
Water bottles must be sealed and no larger than a liter.
Children's single serving juice boxes are also permitted.

If planned properly, you can take a family of four to a Major League baseball game for only about $60. That assumes 4 tickets at $10 each, free parking & snacks brought from home. This is something that all Rays fans should be happy to cheer about!

If you have your own tips on how to save money when going to Rays games, please share them in the comments below.

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Tampa Bay Rays Clubhouse

2013-03-24T18:23:00.000-04:00

I totally forgot that I took a bunch of pictures from the Rays clubhouse tour I took during Fan Fest. I enjoyed the tour because I think you get a real feel of the culture & mentality that Joe Maddon is trying to instill in his players. I didn't have the best camera with me, so feel free to share if you have any better pictures.

Doin' It "The Rays Way" sign on the way to the dugout.

The daily line-up card for media personnel. We all know this rarely is the same twice!

Attitude is a Decision sign.

Joe Maddon's office. Notice the wine?

"Integrity has no need of rules." -Albert Camus

"Rules cannot take the place of character." -Alan Greenspan

Gold Glove award, although I could not see who's it was. Helli or Longo?

The post game disco ball. We can only imagine what these parties look like!

"Fortune favors the bold" & "If you don't like it, pitch better!" signs.

Fernando Rodney & Joel Peralta's lockers.

Jeremy Hellickson's locker.

The Rays coaches dressing room.

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Rays Rally Opening Day Tailgate Party

2013-03-16T12:30:00.000-04:00

Lets get the 2013 season started off right with a tailgate party before the first game of the season. Come hang out with the guys of Rays Rally to eat, drink & be merry before cheering on our Tampa Bay Rays to victory. Please see details below and make sure to RSVP here.

What: We will be grilling, eating & chatting away the final minutes before the start of the 2013 MLB season. We will have:

Free hot dogs & snacks depending on how many people RSVP to the event.

RSVP BY 5PM ON 4/1/13 TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE COUNTED.

Games: Cornhole & Ladder Ball (Hillbilly Horse Shoes)
Giveaways: If we can get the RSVP total to 25 or more, we will have some items to give away.
If you want to cook your own food and do not have a grill, we will have a few available to use.
Please BYOB

When: April 2, 2013 from 12:00PM to 2:40PM

Where: We will be in Tropicana Field Parking Lot 6, near the exit at 11th St S & 1st Ave South.

We look forward to meeting many of the dedicated fans of the Rays Republic! Remember to RSVP so we have enough food for everyone that decides to come.

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How To Turn Your Cat Into DJ Kitty

2013-02-09T19:18:00.000-05:00

Love DJ Kitty? We all know you can't exactly steal him home from The Trop, but we did find a way to transform your own feline friend into a close look-alike. All it takes is 3 easy steps!

Step 1: Get your Turntable

In the video played at The Trop, it looks like DJ Kitty is using a DJ Hero Turntable. We found this cat friendly turntable toy made by Suck UK as a good alternative.

Step 2: Accessorize your Turntable

The turntable by Suck UK is great and all, but you may want to make sure people know what team your cat is repping. You can cover up some of the generic pictures on the turntable with a Rays sticker set, like the one below.

Step 3: Dress your Cat for Success
WARNING: Cats are not known to enjoy wearing things. This step is not for the faint of heart!

DJ Kitty looks to be wearing a kids Rays jersey in the rally video, but we found some Rays jerseys for pets that might make for a more affordable option. You can top off the whole look with a kids Rays hat.

Voilà! You now have your own personal DJ Kitty to rally you through the long off season and extended road trips! Please comment with a picture of your cat as DJ Kitty or send your pictures to RaysRally@gmail.com. We will post your DJ Kitty pictures below.

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Top 100 Sports Blogs to Follow in 2013

2013-02-07T20:48:00.002-05:00

Rays Rally was ranked #98 by CouponAudit.com in their list of the top 100 sports blogs to follow in 2013. We are flattered to be on anyone's list and hope to make it worth your while in what promises to be a very exciting 2013 season!

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Send a Rays Fan to the MLB Fan Cave!

2013-01-31T21:09:00.003-05:00

It's that time of year and we have a chance to send a REAL Tampa Bay Rays fan to the MLB Fan Cave in New York City. If you remember last year, the only "Rays fan" that we had to choose from was also a fan of the New York Yankees. I know what you're thinking, and it really isn't possible.

Our Rays representative for the 2013 season is Stephanie Katz (@SkittyKatz) from Lakeland, FL. She is a true Rays die-hard and is also a co-founder of the Rodney's Archery Club (@RACRays). If she makes it to the Fan Cave, she will be one of 9 fans that will "live" in the cave and attempt to watch every game of the 2013 MLB season. The cave dwellers will chronicle their experiences for all to see and compete in challenges until there is only one fan left.

Please follow our lead by voting for Stephanie to represent us in the MLB Fan Cave. There is no limit to how many times you can vote, so vote now & vote often! It's time to to get our fan base into the positive national spotlight!

Vote Here! (If you refresh the page, you can vote multiple times pretty quickly.)

Follow the voting progress with Twitter Hashtag #VoteSkitty.

Rays Fan Fest 2013

2013-01-22T20:40:00.003-05:00

It's almost here! The Rays announced today that the 2013 Fan Fest will be held on February 16th at Tropicana Field. Below are some highlights of things you need to know for the event.

Date: February 16, 2013
Time: 10AM - 4PM
(9AM entry for Season Ticket Holders)
Admission & Parking are FREE!

Rays Yard Sale - Contains unique memorabilia dating back to the inaugural season.
Joe Maddon's Thanksmas - Tickets go on sale to public on 1/25
Free autographs from TV/Radio Personalities & 25 former MLB players
MetroPCS Call-A-Friend Stage (Schedule TBA)
Current Rays Player & Coach Autograph lines ($50 / $20 for Season Ticket Holders) (Schedule TBA)
Exclusive Player Autograph Opportunities ($50 off for Season Ticket Holders)
Photo Lines (Season Ticket Holders only)
Fan Fest Ticket Packs to be sold
Clubhouse Tours
Panel Discussions
Player Hi-Five Station
Reading With The Rays
& Much More!

Kids Activity Schedule
Kids Run the Bases 9:00AM - 11:45AM
Raymond and DJ Kitty Photo Opp 10:15AM - 10:45AM
Family Feud 10:45AM - 11:15AM
Fielding Clinic 11:00AM - 11:30AM
Raymond and DJ Kitty Appearance 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Player Appearance 11:45AM - 12:15PM
Hitting Clinic 12:15PM - 12:45PM
Reading with the Rays 12:30PM - 12:50PM
Kids Run the Bases 12:45PM - 4:00PM
Coach Appearances 1:00PM - 1:30PM
Player Appearances 1:15PM - 3:45PM
Reading with the Rays 1:30PM - 1:45PM
Raymond and DJ Kitty Appearance 1:30PM - 2:00PM
Player appearance 2:00PM - 2:30PM
High Five Station 2:15PM - 2:45PM
Pitching Clinic 3:00PM - 3:30PM
Reading with the Rays 3:15PM - 3:35PM
Player Appearance 3:15PM - 3:45PM
Raymond and DJ Kitty Appearance 3:30PM - 4:00PM

MetroPCS Call-A-Friend Schedule
TBA

Autograph Line Schedule
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Jason Bourgeois, Tim Beckham, Leslie Anderson, Cole Figueroa, Nick Weglarz, Rich Thompson

11:30 PM - 12:30 PM: Wil Myers, Yunel Escobar, Kelly Johnson, Sean Rodriguez, Shelley Duncan

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM: Chris Archer, Craig Albernaz, Cesar Ramos, Jake Odorizzi, Shawn O’Malley, Frank De Los Santos, Josh Lueke, Matt Joyce

1:15 PM - 1:45 PM: Evan Longoria, Matt Moore, Jeremy Hellickson, Don Zimmer, Jose Molina

1:45 PM - 2:30 PM: Jake McGee, Chris Gimenez, Kyle Farnsworth, Jeff Niemann, Jose Lobaton, Robinson Chirinos, Alex Cobb, Mike Montgomery

2:30 PM - 3 PM : Ben Zobrist, Fernando Rodney, Luke Scott, Desmond Jennings, David Price

3 PM - 3:45 PM: Mike Fotenot, Matt Buschmann, James Loney, Felipe Rivero, Will Inman, Enny Romero, Alex Torres, Sam Fuld

Rays 2013 Spring Training Schedule

2013-01-06T20:55:00.000-05:00

If you're anything like me, Spring Training cannot come fast enough! Well it should comfort you a little to know that it is right around the corner. Below are some important Spring Training dates along with the Rays full preseason schedule.

February 12- Pitchers & Catchers Report
February 16- Full Squad Reports (2013 Fan Fest)

Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training Schedule

Date	Time	Opponent	Ballpark
Feb 23, 2013	1:05 PM	Pirates*	Charlotte Sports Park
Feb 23, 2013	1:35 PM	Red Sox*	JetBlue Park
Feb 24, 2013	1:05 PM	Twins	Lee County Sports Complex
Feb 25, 2013	1:05 PM	Red Sox*	Charlotte Sports Park
Feb 26, 2013	1:05 PM	Astros*	Charlotte Sports Park
Feb 27, 2013	1:05 PM	Pirates	McKechnie Field
Feb 28, 2013	1:05 PM	Tigers	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 01, 2013	1:05 PM	Blue Jays	Florida Auto Exchange Stadium
Mar 02, 2013	1:05 PM	Orioles	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 03, 2013	1:05 PM	Twins	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 04, 2013	1:35 PM	Red Sox	JetBlue Park
Mar 05, 2013	1:05 PM	Twins	Lee County Sports Complex
Mar 07, 2013	1:05 PM	Pirates	McKechnie Field
Mar 08, 2013	1:05 PM	Phillies	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 09, 2013	1:05 PM	Phillies	Bright House Field
Mar 10, 2013	1:05 PM	Red Sox	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 11, 2013	7:05 PM	Twins	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 12, 2013	1:05 PM	Yankees	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 14, 2013	1:05 PM	Orioles	Ed Smith Stadium
Mar 15, 2013	1:05 PM	Phillies	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 16, 2013	1:05 PM	Red Sox	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 17, 2013	1:35 PM	Red Sox	JetBlue Park
Mar 19, 2013	1:05 PM	Tigers	Joker Marchant Stadium
Mar 20, 2013	7:05 PM	Twins	Lee County Sports Complex
Mar 21, 2013	1:05 PM	Blue Jays	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 22, 2013	1:05 PM	Orioles*	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 22, 2013	1:05 PM	Pirates*	McKechnie Field
Mar 23, 2013	1:05 PM	Twins	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 24, 2013	1:05 PM	Yankees	George M. Steinbrenner Field
Mar 25, 2013	7:05 PM	Pirates	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 26, 2013	1:05 PM	Phillies	Bright House Field
Mar 27, 2013	1:05 PM	Blue Jays	Charlotte Sports Park
Mar 28, 2013	7:05 PM	Orioles	Ed Smith Stadium
Mar 29, 2013	1:05 PM	Tigers	Joker Marchant Stadium
Mar 30, 2013	1:10 PM	Tigers	Tropicana Field

Dates, Times & Locations are schedule to change.
BOLD = Home Game
* = Split Squad

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Charlotte Sports Complex Address & Map
2300 El Jobean Rd.
Port Charlotte, FL 33948

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David Price Wins the 2012 AL Cy Young Award

2012-11-14T19:55:00.000-05:00

A huge congratulations to David Price on winning the first Cy Young Award and being the first 20 game winner in Tampa Bay Rays history. Price finished the season with a 2.56 ERA, 205 Strikeouts on 211 innings pitched. This Cy Young race was the second closest ever (153 - 149), with Justin Verlander only 4 votes behind.

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Rays Wives 2nd Annual Mystery Ball Sale

2012-08-18T11:11:00.000-04:00

For the second year in a row, The Rays Wives will be selling Mystery Balls before the September 8th game against the Texas Rangers. For $40, fans can choose a wrapped up Mystery Ball to find out that it is autographed by a current Rays player, former Rays player (Wade Boggs or Fred McGriff), or All Stars from around the league. Last year, I was fortunate enough to get a 2009 Tampa Bay Rays team signed ball. Friends of mine bought balls signed by Jeremy Hellickson & Lance Berkman.

There will also be a silent auction of game-used and one-of-a-kind Rays items outside of Section 106. Both events begin at 5:10 when the gates open. The Mystery Balls will be sold until all are sold out and the Auction will end after the 6th inning. All money raised from these events will go to All Children's Hospital.

Tampa Bay Rays Walk-Up Music

2012-07-22T20:09:00.000-04:00

Ever go to a Rays game and get stumped as to what song is playing when your favorite player walks up to bat? Well it has happen to me way too often, so I thought that I would do my best to keep track of all of the entrance songs for the Tampa Bay Rays batters and pitchers. See a song that is missing? Feel free to comment the player and song below so we can add it to the list.

Current Rays Players

Player	Song	Buy
Team Intro Song	Bang A Gong (Get It On) - T.Rex	Download
Alex Cobb	I Stand Alone - Godsmack	Download
Ben Zobrist	Behind Me - Julianna Zobrist The Tree - Julianna Zobrist	Download Download
Brandon Gomes	Joker and the Thief - Wolfmother	Download
Cesar Ramos	Ambitionz Az A Ridah - Tupac Rack City - Weaving The Fate Your Betrayal - Bullet For My Valentine	Download Download Download
David Price	Finally Moving - Pretty Lights	Download
Desmond Jennings	Go DJ - Lil Wayne I'm Different - 2 Chainz Tony Montana - Future Mercy - Kanye West	Download Download Download Download
Evan Longoria	Down and Out - Tantric	Download
Fernando Rodney	A Mi Papa - Tego Calderon	Download
Jake McGee	My Way - Limp Bizkit	Download
James Loney	I Got 5 On It - Luniz All Gold Everything - Trinidad James Hold Me Back - Rick Ross Planet Rock - Afrika Bambaataa	Download Download Download Download
Jamey Wright	So What'cha Want - Beastie Boys	Download
Jeremy Hellickson	No Mercy - T.I.	Download
Joel Peralta	El Que No Aguanta La Presion - Secreto El Biberon	Download
Jose Lobaton	Don't Stop The Party - Pitbull El Poeta - Chino Y Nacho Harlem Shake - Baauer Sanitarios - Caramelos De Cianuro We Are Young - Fun	Download Download Download Download Download
Jose Molina	El Dia De Mi Suerte - Marc Anthony Suave Y Lento - Jowell Y Randy	Download Download
Kelly Johnson	Tonight Tonight - Hot Chelle Rae What I Got - Sublime	Download Download
Kyle Farnsworth	Rank Riders Anthem - Luke Kaufman	Download
Luke Scott	Rock You Like A Hurricane - The Scorpions	Download
Matt Joyce	I Can't Stop - Flux Pavilion	Download
Matt Moore	King Nothing - Metallica	Download
Ryan Roberts	Fireman - Lil Wayne Gone Gone Gone - Phillip Phillips John - Lil Wayne feat. Rick Ross When Mercy Found Me - Rhett Walker Band	Download Download Download Download
Sam Fuld	Can't Hold Us - Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Cudi Zone - Kid Cudi Electric Feel - MGMT	Download Download Download
Sean Rodriguez	Go Off - KB Work - Tedashii I'm A Believer - Tedashii	Download Download Download
Wil Myers	Kickstart My Heart - Mötley Crüe	Download
Yunel Escobar	Aqui Te Va - Eddy K feat Various Artists Tirala DJ - Osmani Garcia	Download Download

Ex Rays Players

Player	Song	Buy
BJ Upton	Ghostwriter - rjd2	Download
Carlos Pena	Throw Your Hands Up - Qwote ft. Pitbull	Download
Elliot Johnson	Foxey Lady - Jimi Hendrix	Download
Hideki Matsui	Godzilla - Blue Oyster Cult	Download
Jeff Keppinger	On To The Next One - Jay Z	Download

For MLB At Bat Music for the other 29 teams, check out mlbplatemusic.com.

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My Hancock Bank Club Experience

2012-07-15T19:31:00.000-04:00

Many of us have always wanted to visit this hidden jem at Tropicana Field, but are stymied by the price point of such an experience. Being able to view a game in this section of the park is an honor and it certainly provides a different feel to the game altogether. What follows is my experience during the Tampa Bay Rays Homestand against the Red Sox on 7/13.

I was lucky enough to win a pair of Hancock Bank Club tickets from MOR TV by coincidentally entering a contest through their site. Most of these contests are featured on our Rays Contest Page and are easy to fill out. The experience begins by entering through the elevators that lead to the Club level. Normally I am always greeted by the ushers at the Trop and made to feel like I am at home, but this area takes it to another level. As you exit the elevator you enter through two glass doors and are greeted by a concierge greeting you in. What you see next is a plethora of leather couches and seats with numerous bars and buffet tables..

The Hancock Bank Club provides all you can eat and drink. The drinks consist of domestic beers on tap like Coors and Bud products, which are served two at a time to each guest. Wine is also included, but any mixed drink is extra. Prices on those start at $11. They also provide you with Pepsi products in the all you can drink. The bar itself is beautiful but suffers from what is my major problem with the club.

The view from the club through the windows is obstructed by the second level of the stands. So when you look outside from the tables, bar or couches you really cannot see the game at all. There are plenty of TV’s in the area piping the game through the speakers with Staats and Anderson’s voices filling the Club, but it would be nice to step away from your seats to order a drink from the bar and see the game live.

The food selection was fantastic. They provide you with many options for all types of appetites. The create a hot dog station was my favorite, as nothing is better than some spicy chili on a Kayem Dog.

What was real special about the food selection was the themed food for the town we are playing. They had some Clam Chowder and Lobster for selection, which my wife really enjoyed. If they do this for each town’s specialty, I would certainly entertain the idea for the likes of Texas or Atlanta’s BBQ. You conclude your meal with an all you can eat ice cream bar, with topping so numerous you can make about 100 different combinations.

So the food and drinks were amazing and well worth it, but the view to this point is lacking. Let’s get to your seats. The seats for the game are directly in front of the club providing a great view of the game. The seats are leather and are spacious enough to stretch out. A waiter will come to each row and ask for your drink orders and bring them right to you. Although I will say this game was a busy one, we got the waiter about every 3 innings, which can be tedious.

Once back in the club, one of the benefits is the guests you may bump into. This game featured two events that day which added to the excitement of the game. First was the band Train was performing after the game. Second, was that the Rays signed their #1 draft pick, Richie Shaffer, that day as well. The Hancock Bank Club is a happening place where these above mentioned talents pass through and hang out during the game. In fact I was able to sneak a stealthy photo of Mr. Shaffer as I did not want to bother his family during this great day.

Overall, I would give this experience a 8 out of 10. I would give it a perfect score if not for the view from the club. I would recommend seeing the game from the seats, but definitely hang in the club for a little while to see and eat your way to an amazing experience.

2013 Rays Player Appearances

2012-07-13T21:12:00.000-04:00

Want to meet your favorite Tampa Bay Rays player but don't want to get to Tropicana Field an hour and a half before a game? Lucky for you, many of the Rays players have appearances and autograph sessions at locations throughout the Tampa Bay area. These locations are typically at businesses that sponsor the team. Check back often for updates.

Last Updated: 6/9/13

Thursday, June 13
David Price
SunTrust Bank
3825 South Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa
Noon to 1PM
Free

*Free appearances are subject to cancellation or time change. Limit one autographed item per person.

Rays Bark in the Park at Tropicana Field

2012-07-05T19:01:00.000-04:00

Ironically scheduled on the night they will give away DJ Kitty Bobbleheads, the Tampa Bay Rays will hold their first ever Bark in the Park. The TBT Party Deck will be transformed into the "Dog Zone", where attendees can pay $20 for a seat for one person and one pooch. The ticket gets you a Rays Dog Bowl along with free samples and pet friendly activities. Additional "non-doggie" tickets can be purchased for $15 within the section.

"All dogs must have the required vaccinations and must be leashed (no retractable leashes) and licensed. The Rays reserve the right to deny any dog or human entrance to Tropicana Field to the Bark in the Park event for any reason they may see fit."

For more information, visit raysbaseball.com/dogday.

Sweetbay Rays Play Ball Kid

2012-06-19T20:48:00.000-04:00

I was recently given the chance to go along with some friends that had won the opportunity for their son to be the Sweetbay Play Ball Kid before a Tampa Bay Rays game. Those friends found the contest on the Rays Rally Contest Page, so I wanted to share their experience so everyone can see what they will have a chance to win at the beginning of next season.

Sweetbay and the Rays definitely roll out the red carpet for their winners. This is an experience every young Rays fan would be very lucky to have!

Check back at Rays Rally all season for new Tampa Bay Rays Contests.

3rd Annual Lunch With The Rays

2012-06-09T14:56:00.001-04:00

On June 15th (FRI), The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast will be holding their 3rd annual Lunch With The Rays. Word is that Sean Rodriguez (along with three other players), Rays media personalities & management will be participating in this event. This is a great opportunity to rub elbows with Rays players while also supporting a worthy local cause. Tickets are $50 each and go up for larger sponsorships. For more info, please contact Shari at raysluncheon@bgcsun.org or call (727)635-5181. Deadline to register is June 12th.

DATE: Friday June 15, 2012
TIME: 11:30AM to 1:00PM
WHERE: Boys & Girls Clubs of Suncoast
Pinellas Park Unit
7790 61st Street North
Pinellas Park , FL 33781
Cost: $50 Per Ticket

You can register for this event at www.bgcsun.org.

MLB All-Star Game Contests & Sweepstakes

2012-05-20T21:28:00.001-04:00

Try your shot at cheering on your favorite Tampa Bay Rays players at the 2012 All-Star Game in Kansas City. Enter the contests and sweepstakes below for your chance to win MLB All-Star Game tickets and make sure to vote your favorite players into the game.

Budweiser MLB All-Star Game Sweepstakes

Winner will receive 4 tickets to the MLB Home Run Derby, MLB All-Star Game, air fare & accommodations for 2 nights.

Deadline: June 2nd

Enter Here

Scotts Ortho MLB All-Star Sweepstakes

Enter for a chance to win 4 tickets to the 2012 MLB All-Star Game in Kansas City. Prize includes air fare and hotel accommodations.

Deadline: June 15th

Enter Here

Scotts "Take The Field" Sweepstakes

Win a trip for 2 to the 2012 MLB All-Star Game and World Series.

Deadline: June 30th

Enter Here

One-A-Day "Stay In The Game" Sweepstakes

Enter to win a trip for 4 to the 2013 MLB All-Star Game in New York and a chance to meet Cal Ripken Jr.

Deadline: September 30th

Enter Here

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Tampa Bay Rays Fan Clubs 2013

2012-04-29T21:20:00.000-04:00

Updated: 3/22/13
Did you know the Rays have 3 amazing options that help you better represent the team you love? The Tampa Bay Rays offer 3 different Fan Club options which cater to all ages and are only $25 to join! Considering that you get merchandise, tickets & special perks at that price, we think these are all great deals. See the details below for each Rays fan club.

Rays Rookies - Fans under 14 years old
Join Rays Rookies and receive:
• Official Rays Rookies Hat
• Rays Rookies Drawstring Bag
• Blue Burst Pass good for offers on concessions & merchandise
• Members will be invited to attend exclusive events
• Special offer for discounted tickets for select Rays home games
• Ticket vouchers to two (2) select Rays home games

Get two ticket vouchers to use for the following games:

Ticket Voucher No. 1:
May 6 vs. Blue Jays
June 13 vs. Royals
August 13 vs. Mariners

Ticket Voucher No. 2:
May 9 vs. Blue Jays
July 10 vs. Twins
Sept 16 vs. Rangers

Join the Rays Rookies Fan Club

Maddon's Maniacs - Fans over 14 years old
Join Maddon's Maniacs and receive:
• Official Maddon's Maniacs Hat
• Maddon's Maniacs Cooler Bag
• Blue Burst Pass good for offers on concessions & merchandise
• Members will be invited to attend exclusive events
• Special offer for discounted tickets for select Rays home games
• Ticket vouchers to two (2) select Rays home games

Get two ticket vouchers to use for the following games:

Ticket Voucher No. 1:
May 7 vs. Blue Jays
July 9 vs. Twins
Aug 28 vs. Angels

Ticket Voucher No. 2:
May 9 vs. Blue Jays
Aug 14 vs. Mariners
Sept 18 vs. Rangers

Join the Maddon's Maniacs Fan Club

Golden Rays - Fans over 55 years old
Join the Golden Rays and receive:
• Golden Rays Tote Bag
• Golden Rays Visor
• Blue Burst Pass good for offers on concessions & merchandise
• Members will be invited to attend exclusive events
• Special offer for discounted tickets for select Rays home games
• Ticket vouchers to two (3) Rays home games

Get three ticket vouchers to use for the following games:

Ticket Voucher No. 1:
April 4 vs. Orioles
July 30 vs. Diamondbacks
Sept 17 vs. Rangers

Ticket Voucher No. 2:
May 8 vs. Blue Jays
June 24 vs. Blue Jays
August 27 vs. Angels

Ticket Voucher No. 3:
May 28 vs. Marlins
July 8 vs. Twins
Sept 19 vs. Rangers

Join the Golden Rays Fan Club

Finally, in each fan club you can be inducted into that club's "Hall of Fame" by submitting your pictures, videos, drawings or essays explaining why you are the biggest Rays fan. Inductees will receive:
• A customized Rays jersey
• Four lower box tickets (game TBD)

Submit any pictures, videos, drawings, or essays explaining why you are the Rays biggest fan to the addresses below for your respective fan club. Submissions must be received by August 13, 2013.

Email
RaysRookies@raysbaseball.com
MaddonsManiacs@raysbaseball.com
GoldenRays@raysbaseball.com

Snail Mail
*Address to the name of your fan club*
One Tropicana Drive
St. Petersburg, FL 33705