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That general manager Andrew Friedman was able to cover first base, to strengthen his bench, to deepen his bullpen, to add a catcher and to secure a designated hitter wasn’t wholly unexpected. Even in the places where teams such as the Rays shop, value could be found.
He spent $7.25 million for Carlos Pena, who averaged 34 home runs over the past five seasons (and, granted, 158 strikeouts), four of those with the Rays.
He signed more left-handed power with Luke Scott, who in a full season is capable of 30 home runs, but in 2011 played 64 games and finished on the disabled list after shoulder surgery. Friedman bought low for $5 million.
He added reliever Fernando Rodney, infielder Jeff Keppinger and catcher Jose Molina at a...
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