FSL1 Charlotte Stone Crabs

Stone Crabs Extend PDC with Rays

Published on August 26, 2010 under Florida State League (FSL1)
Charlotte Stone Crabs News Release


PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. - The Tampa Bay Rays have extended their player development contract (PDC) with the Charlotte Stone Crabs of the Class A Advanced Florida State League through the 2012 season.

The Stone Crabs have served as the High-A affiliate for the Rays since the team was first announced after the 2008 season. Charlotte won the FSL South Division Championship last year and already clinched a playoff spot this year after winning the first half.

"We are excited to continue our partnership with the Rays," said Stone Crabs General Manager Joe Hart. "They are a high-class organization, and we look forward to building on the solid foundation that we have set during our first two years."

Though Charlotte has not yet seen any alumni players make the Major League roster, the Stone Crabs have hosted rehabbing players like Carlos Pena, Jason Bartlett, Andy Sonnanstine and others.

"We are very pleased to extend our relationship with the Stone Crabs," said Rays Director of Minor League Operations Mitch Lukevics. "Since our affiliation began two years ago, they have been great partners in the development of our players."

The Stone Crabs have 12 games remaining in the 2010 regular season before the FSL South Division Series starts on September 7. For more information, please visit StoneCrabsBaseball.com or call 941-206-HITS (4487).

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