Catcher Danny Jansen and the Tampa Bay Rays are in agreement on a one-year, $8.5 million contract that includes a mutual option for a second season, sources tell ESPN. Jansen, who has played in Toronto and Boston, remains in the AL East.

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1. I didn’t know we were allowed to actually address our needs during free agency

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3. Wow I forgot I sorted this sub by new. I’m glad we’re making moves but I’m iffy on this one

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5. This is a huge add. Lengthens the lineup considerably with genuine all star level upside at the position. Mutual option is nice too

6. WE FINALLY SPENT MONEY????

7. The city bond vote yesterday, now this.

   Let the good news roll baby! We’re long overdue for it.

   Pinellas County Commission next! Wander’s in court this month too, right? Conviction loading?

   Soto??

   😁

8. Does this mean we’re not punting 2025? Awesome! Hopefully this means Diaz and BLowe are also staying.

9. an actual catcher…. holy toledo!?

10. 1. Diaz 1B
    2. Lowe 2B
    3. Caminero 3B
    4. Lowe RF
    5. Aranda DH
    6. Misner / Mead LF
    7. DeLuca CF
    8. Jansen C
    9. Cabby SS

    Outfield sorely needs an impact bat

11. Spending money? On a catcher that should work out???

    Pinch me. 

12. Damn. This is awesome for us. Reminds me of the zunino deal.

13. Super happy with this one!