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Luke Scott, who played for Baltimore from 2008–2011 but was not resigned in the offseason, was signed to a one-year deal (including a 2013 option) by the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday according to a statement from the Rays.
Tampa Bay Rays’ starter Jeremy Hellickson and Atlanta Braves’ closer Craig Kimbrel were selected Monday for the Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Awards for their performances in their respective leagues.
In a rematch of last season’s ALDS, the Texas Rangers eliminated the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday to advance, for the second straight season, to the ALCS.
Derek Jeter had a magical day on Saturday, not only getting his 3000 hit on a home run, but also going 5-5, and hitting the game winning RBI in the process, as the Yankees from behind to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4.
In a tough AL East battle, the New York Yankees took on the third place Tampa Bay Rays.
The Philadelphia Phillies won their second championship in 125 years.
