Jacob Larsen

Editor's Note: Since Tommy and RJ returned for the playoffs, we figured it'd be fun to turn these playoffs into Old Home Days for our DRaysBay alumni. Sadly, the Rays got knocked out early on, but...

With my job, days off are few and far between. However, when I do get them...they're used to their full advantage. I'll usually have yesterday's game on MLB.tv on my computer while I have ESPN on...

Tonight's game was record-breaking, to say the least. -This 43rd win surpasses the former record of most wins(42, in 2004 when we won 70 games) going into the All-Star Game. We didn't reach 43...

If you didn't already know this, I am a resident of IL. Not by choice, but that is where I've spent my entire 25 years of existence. When you're from IL, you're either a Cubs fan or a Sox fan. I...

**Warning: The statements in this post are those of Jacob Larsen and do not represent the thoughts and opinions of staff of DRays Bay. Viewer Discretion is advised. -Jake** ---- Josh Hamilton is...

The following comments are that of Jacob Larsen and do not represent the thoughts and idea of the staff and management of DRays Bay. -Jake --- When I read the anti-stadium rumblings of fans and...

I wonder if Stu knows that, somehow, "Chico's Bail Bonds" has appeared on the Rays' jerseys. Not so long ago, when the Angels, Red Sox and Blue Jays came into town...It was bad news for the Rays....

I couldn't help adding this, hat-tip to "Raymond" for posting this on

From Baseball Prospectus' Monday Morning Ten Pack Jeremy Hellickson, RHP, High-A Vero Beach (Rays)Hellickson’s full-season debut last year produced outstanding numbers, but many classified him...

The Rays of 2008 are vastly different than any of the ther 10 variations of the "Devil Rays" that we've seen throughout the years. However, yesterday's duel versus Wang proved that we're not the...

With the decision on where Longoria starts in the majors or minors to come within the next few hours or days, Rays fans seem to be crowded around like a school of sharks. Either the Rays are going...

Jake: First off, for those who don't know who you are, who is Keith Law? Keith: I'm Batman. Or, more accurately, I'm a senior baseball writer for ESPN.com and ESPN Scouts Inc. My mandate is to...

Per Amy K. Nelson's "Spring Blog" What a year a difference makes. Last season the Tampa clubhouse was tense and lifeless. With Elijah Dukes and Delmon Young off to other teams, it is quite the...

Jake's Takes are the ramblings of Jacob Larsen and may not represent the thoughts and ideas of DRays Bay and it's writers. Viewer Discretion is advised. -JL - If you were bored like I was, waiting...

It's that time of year again, it seems. DRays Bay, once again, gets the opportunity to ask Rays Principal Owner Stu Sternberg a few questions. This year, however, I opened up the floor to a couple...

TBO.com Barry Bonds had his black leather recliner. Troy Percival has a water cooler. Oh noes! Another Barry Bonds sighting in a Rays newspaper.... {/smacks head on desk)But wait, there's more... T...

With less than 72 hours before Pitchers and Catchers officially report(many pitchers have been working out with teammates and others for more than a month), it's not a surprise to see some...

In the days counting down to last season's P&C report, I remember saying that last year was a "make-or-break" season for BJ Upton. I thought his lack of position, lack of outright stunning numbers...

Today was Day 1 of my days off and I wanted to put my 2 top projects that I'm working on aside and relax. By the way, I'm working on 3 interviews for the site and I believe that my cowriters may...

Jake Larsen: For those Rays fans who aren't familiar with you, who is DJ Jones? DJ Jones: I was the Rays' 11th round pick in the 2007 Draft. JL: You were the Playstation HS Player of the Year in...

Baseball is going to be a game of tough decisions, not just with it's in-game decisions. Whether it be in scouting or personnel decisions, you're more than likely going to have to sacrifice one...

About a week or so ago, Kevin Goldstein and Baseball Prospectus profiled the Rays system and did a Top 11 list. Within that hour, I sent Kevin a Q&A regarding it. -Jake Jake Larsen: 5 5-star...

Since Stu Sternberg hired Gerry Hunsicker a few years ago, I always had the goal of eventually getting the opportunity of asking him questions. Well that day has finally come and I feel that I...

If there's any book that a good majority of baseball fans have read, "Moneyball" has to be up there. One of the many featured baseball minds in that book was one Robert "Voros" McCracken. Voros,...