ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Rays Manager Kevin Cash has released the following statement in regard to the Minnesota Twins hiring of Rocco Baldelli and the Toronto Blue Jays hiring of Charlie Montoyo.
"Charlie and Rocco are two quality individuals who have served the Rays organization for a long time. They build solid relationships with players, understand how to earn their trust and have impacted many players' careers for the better. In the four years we spent together, they were both instrumental in helping me on a daily basis. Each one is very deserving of this opportunity, and I wish them well."