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What was the mantra of the Tampa Bay Rays in 2008?

Retry Correct Incorrect In 2008, Rays manager Joe Maddon started saying “9=8.” His theory was that when nine players come together for nine innings, they have a chance to be one of the eight teams left in the playoffs at the end of the season.

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What was the mantra of the Tampa Bay Rays in 2008?

• Just win, baby
• 9=8
• Welcome to the ocean
• WIN