Rays, Maddon Close To Extension
by Eli Greenspan on May 21, 2009 9:48 AM EDT
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The Rays and manager Joe Maddon are closing in on a three year extension through 2012. This extension is long overdue. Maddon built this team up to win its first AL pennant, and has earned the love and respect of his players in the process.
"He built this," Pena said. "Obviously he deserves it. Any positive news is welcome. We feed off positive energy. When this gets done, everyone is going to be very happy for Joe, believe me."
Maddon, who won the AL manager of the year last season, is of to a 20-21 start this season.
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"He built this," Pena said. "Obviously he deserves it. Any positive news is welcome. We feed off positive energy. When this gets done, everyone is going to be very happy for Joe, believe me."
Maddon, who won the AL manager of the year last season, is of to a 20-21 start this season.
This story was approved by MLB Rumors.
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