DH Cliff Floyd was absent from the Rays' starting lineup for the fourth consecutive game Tuesday. ...more

June 11, 2008

Nick, We don't know each other, but we are both in similar situations with the media + a high degree of public scrutiny. If you are anything like me, I'm sure you receive tons of "fan mail" each day from total strangers who say pretty much anything you can think of. I just want you to know that you are not alone. And for what it is worth, I can sympathize with the dynamics of your case, esp. in light of the public. It's not us, Nick, but something "off" with society, that our situations garner more attention + print than the President, the election, or even an earthquake killing thousands. Nothing prepares you for nor prevents it; sensationalism. I have only been here 1 month in administrative confinement, due entirely to my case's "high profile status." I've honestly, not been following your case, except in hearing that our names are mentioned frequently on the news. Keep your head up and never lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel. You have more people support + pulling for you than you will ever know. I believe the character of an individual is measured over the long haul. And I have no doubt that you will rise above your current surroundings having experienced a personal inner growth known only to yourself in those many hours of isolation. You remain in my prayers, ...more

June 7, 2008

The following is the text of a letter written by Stephanie Ragusa and addressed to Nick Hogan. ...more

June 6, 2008

It's clear who the Rays need to take with their first-round pick in the upcoming baseball draft - Trace Adkins. And put him in a trucker hat. ...more

June 1, 2008

First they drew straws - loser had to tell him. Then they had to clear all the breakables out of the room and call for extra security. Only then did the Rays break the news to Troy Percival that he was going on the disabled list. ...more

May 30, 2008

Pick any measurement you like and the conclusion is the same: The Rays' defense is vastly improved this season. ...more

May 27, 2008

Retirement is, in many ways, a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it's exciting to think about the next chapter - a time when we'll finally have the ability to pursue long-dormant passions, whether that means starting a new business, traveling or simply spending time with family. On the other, it takes a lot of preparation. ...more

May 25, 2008

It's understood that Akinori Iwamura is not the prototypical leadoff man. ...more

May 11, 2008

The Yankees are counting on Philip Hughes as a mainstay of their starting rotation after an injury-plagued 2007 season that saw the 21-year-old right-hander hampered by hamstring and ankle problems. ...more

February 19, 2008

Tom Marko, one of three finalists for county administrator, stressed on his resume and in a telephone interview with Hernando Today last week, that he is a "can-do" man. ...more

January 23, 2008