Tip o' the Kotch: This day in Rays history

He was only with the Tampa Bay Rays for a year, but in that time he left an indelible mark, as this hometown hero quickly established himself as master of aim-fense, vanquisher of eye pus, lord of stretching, champion of good sportsmanship, and maestro of the cap tip. As such, it is only fitting that we dedicate this newly launched baseball history series to Tampa Bay legend, Casey Kotchman.

Onward!