2000 Tampa Bay Devil Rays

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2000 Tampa Bay Devil Rays
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Major league affiliations
Location
2000 Information
Owner(s) Vince Naimoli
Manager(s) Larry Rothschild
Local television FSN Florida
WXPX (PAX TV 66)
Local radio WDAE
WFLA
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Managed by Larry Rothschild

Coaches: Jose Cardenal (first base) , Bill Fischer (pitching), Orlando Gomez (bullpen), Billy Hatcher (third base), Leon Roberts (hitting), Bill Russell (bench) and Rick Williams (pitching)

Ballpark: Tropicana Field

Season Highlights[edit]

The 2000 Tampa Bay Devil Rays season was their 3rd since the franchise was created. They finished last in the AL East division, with a record of 69-92. Their manager was Larry Rothschild, who had been at the helm since the club's inaugural game in 1998.

In 2000, the Devil Rays used the slogan "Hit Show" to promote the fact that the team was comprised of All-Star sluggers, such as Jose Canseco, Fred McGriff and Greg Vaughn. However, even though ownership spent money on veteran players, these were unable to produce for the club.

2000 Opening Day Lineup[edit]

Gerald Williams, cf

Dave Martinez, rf

Jose Canseco, dh

Fred McGriff, 1b

Greg Vaughn, lf

Herbert Perry, 3b

John Flaherty, c

Kevin Stocker, ss

Miguel Cairo, 2b

Steve Trachsel, p

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