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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The budget-conscious Tampa Bay Rays relish the challenge of finding ways to remain competitive in the rugged AL East.

DENVER - Walt Weiss the big league shortstop was known for his spunky play and fundamentally flawless execution.

The Boston Red Sox knew they couldn't ignore the awful results of the last two seasons, so they decided to address the issue directly.

HOUSTON - The Houston Astros and their staff think they'll be much better than they were last season. They're about the only ones with that opinion.

OAKLAND, Calif. - The Oakland Athletics know that few will give them a chance to repeat in a division featuring sluggers Albert Pujols, Josh Hamilton and Mike Trout making up a loaded lineup for the Los Angeles Angels.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. - As Hollywood makeovers go, the Dodgers' transformation has been a doozy.

MIAMI - Rain delays are a thing of the past, but otherwise, Marlins home games this season will be a lot like the old days.

PHOENIX - The Arizona Diamondbacks underwent a personality change in the off-season. After a lot of talk, they finally traded Justin Upton, sending the 25-year-old outfielder to the Atlanta Braves, acquiring Martin Prado in the process.

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Tim McCarver will make his 55th straight season of Major League Baseball his last. The two-time champion catcher will call the World Series this year and then retire from his analyst job at Fox.

ST. LOUIS - One more win. After again hitting their stride in October, the St. Louis Cardinals got tantalizingly close to making it back to the World Series.