Has anyone else noticed that the last two outings Banny has said that he has been more or less content at least with his last two outings.  I remember against the Cards he said that there was not one pitch he would take back.  Then when Hillman mentions Banny he says he didn't pitch very well.  What is going on here?  Is the coaching staff not communicating what they want the pitchers to do?  I know Banny has struck out more people this year but  he  looks alot worse this year than last too me at least.  If I recall correctly James predicted him to be 10-10 with a 3.85.  He doesn't seem likely to finish with a 3.85.  Seems like it will be closer to a 5 or so. 

I see Shealy was 4-5 today.  His average is up to 280.  I think we really need to bring him up here and start the rest of the year at first.  When he isn't at first he can DH and Billy can play 1st.  Gload needs to find a permanent place on the bench.  He is not part of the long term plans and as such should not be receiving so much PT.   Send down Pena if someone claims him then good for him. 

I understand Brian Fuentes may be going to TB soon for Wade Davis or some other highly regarded prospect.  Boston is also in the market for left handed bullpen help.  The Cubs also only have one lefty in there pen.  Could you see us getting Lowrie for Mahay?  What do you think we could get for Mahay from the Cubs?  I know Mahay is doing very well for us this year but he isn't a long term solution for us either so why not maximize our return on investment and get someone who could be part of our long term plans.  Just some thoughts after another butt kicking from the Rays...