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Thursday, November 15, 2018
Tampa Bay Rays

Say thanks back to Rocco Baldelli with your favorite memory

Marc TopkinTimes staff writer
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Longtime Rays player, front office executive and coach Rocco Baldelli took to Twitter today to offer a thanks to Tampa Bay fans as he settles into his new job as manager of the Minnesota Twins.

As you read Baldelli's thanks, please take a moment and share with us your favorite memory from his long career with the Rays, whether his impressive rookie season, his postseason contributions or even some of his off-field actions.

Please put your Baldelli memories in the comments below.

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