One year ago on Rays Index, we were perplexed about why many were making such a big deal about Curt Schilling's statement that he would be willing to play for the Rays. Saying outlandish things is what Schilling does.

Curt Schilling Just Wants You To Talk About Him [Rays Index]

Two years ago on Rays Index, we presented four ways in which baseball needed to change The Hank Aaron Award, if the award was ever to gain any legitimacy among baseball fans.

The Hank Aaron Award Has No Legitimacy And Needs To Be Fixed [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index, we learned that James Houser had been suspended for 50 games by Minor League Baseball. Of course, a loophole in baseball's rules allowed Houser to only serve 33 games of that suspension when he was added to the Rays' 40-man roster this past spring.

James Houser Suspended 50 Games [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we were perplexed by how little Joe Maddon knew about Rays minor leaguers.

Joe Maddon Knows About As Much About Rays Minor Leaguers As Your Mom [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we decided that Florida within the "United Countries of Baseball" needed to be remapped.

Remapping Florida Within The United Countries of Baseball [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index, having just completed an absolutely horrid first-half, we tried to defend Dioner Navarro, and presented evidence that it was far too soon to condemn The Fat Catcher.

Dioner Navarro Is Just A Lil' Guy [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we were angered by John Romano and his inability to keep his personal beef with Delmon Young out of his column.

Why The Devil Rays Columnists Suck: John Romano [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we were perplexed by the apparent ADD of the Rays' media coverage and were trying to figure out why Gary Shelton felt it was better to not try and improve a 100-loss ballclub.

Writers That Cover The Devil Rays Have ADD [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we told you that the Rays had sent a very clear message to Elijah Dukes that his days with the Rays were over, even though they would not trade him for several more months.

Rays Send Message To Elijah Dukes: You Are Not Welcome Back [Rays Index]

Two years ago on Rays Index we told you that Elijah Dukes was contemplating an end to his baseball career after his latest suspension.

More Bad News: Elijah Dukes Suspended Indefinitely [Rays Index]

Two years ago on Rays Index we were very critical of the local newspapers for the way in which they handled a few quotes from BJ Upton, Delmon Young and Elijah Dukes in a national publication.

The Irresponsible Reporting Of The Tampa Tribune And The St. Pete Times [Rays Index]

Two years ago on Rays Index, we relayed a story about BJ Upton in which he apparently was more concerned about his "walk-up" music during a triple-A game, and decided to call the pressbox to relay his "frustration".

Those Crazy Kids Just Can't Keep Their Mouths Shut [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we documented the conversation on the mound between Jim Hickey and Brian Stokes during a 21-4 loss to the Yankees. What a difference a year makes.

We Like The Feel Of A Hammer On Our Heads [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we presented "The All-Time Tampa Bay Devil Rays" roster...with a twist.

The All-Time Tampa Bay Devil Rays: 10 Years Of Sucktitude [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we started getting frustrated with Joe Maddon's always positive attitude.

In The End, Even Old Yeller Had To Be Shot [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index we had hit a new low as a Rays' fan.

The Professor's New Cap [Rays Index]

One year ago on Rays Index, The Professor visited Scott Kazmir at home to discuss his difficulty working deep in games. Kid K had a little trouble finishing the interview.

Strikeouts Are Fascist, Groundballs Are More Democratic [Rays Index]

Two years ago on Rays Index we told you about the Rays newest acquisitions, Dioner Navarro and Jae Seo.

Hall And Hendrickson Shipped To Dodgers [Rays Index]

Two years ago on Rays Index we learned that the Sean Burroughs era was over before it had a chance to begin. Burroughs appears to be out of baseball having been released last year after only making four appearances for the Mariners AAA affiliate. Dewon Brazelton, for whom Burroughs was traded, is also out of baseball after splitting 2007 between the Royals AAA affiliate and the Pirates AA affiliate.

Sean Burroughs, We Hardly Knew Ye [Rays Index]

Two years ago on Rays Index we told you about Evan Longoria's professional debut.

Evan Longoria Debuts For Hudson Valley [Rays Index]