The Rays resigning of Gabe Kapler leaves me asking why? Why do the Rays need him when Ruggiano or Perez can play the same role as him for less money? Why would the Rays need Kapler on their roster? This signing most likely means that Gabe Gross will not be resigned. This also most likely means right field will be a Matt Joyce-Gabe Kapler platoon with Ben Zobrist at second. Then what do you do with Brignac and Rodriguez? What about Desmond Jennings?

I would say that signing Kapler means there is probably a trade or two in the works. The Rays would have to make room for Jennings in the outfield. I would also see the Rays trading either Brignac or Rodriguez, since they most likely won’t be starting. I still see a trade of BJ Upton as a strong possibility if the Rays can get a good package. Upton and Brignac to the Giants for Buster Posey and others? This would be a great trade for both teams, since the Rays are weak at catcher and the Giants are weak at middle infield/outfield.

Of course, my speculation could be completely wrong and Joyce could remain in the minors, Jennings or Zobrist could play right, and Zobrist, Brignac, or Rodriguez could play second. The sensible platoon could just be a coincidence and Kapler could be signed to rot on the bench all year.