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Eveland becomes FA, but likely to return to Rays
- Updated: October 11, 2016
ST. PETERSBURG — Dana Eveland has elected to become a free agent, but he said he expects to re-sign with the Rays.
“That’s the plan,” said Eveland, a veteran left-handed reliever, noting that he should soon be back in the fold with the team.
The Rays outrighted Eveland on Friday after he went 0-1 with a 9.00 ERA in 33 games this season.
Eveland dominated while at Triple-A Durham, posting a 1-0 record with a 0.30 ERA in 20 appearances.
Worth noting • Kevin Barr, the Rays’ longtime strength and conditioning coach, will not be back with the team next season. Barr said the team told him they have decided to go in another direction.
“It’s all good,” said Barr regarding the move. “I don’t regret any of my time with the team. It’s a great organization, great people.”
Barr had occupied the …
