The MLB offseason lags on, with just under a week until spring training officially commences. Some of the game’s top talents still find themselves without a team, despite pitchers and catchers reporting on Monday.

Among those without a job is former Rays reliever, Sergio Romo, but that may change in the very near future as Jon Heyman reports the feisty sidewinder is close to signing a one year deal with an apparent mystery team.

Rays News and Links:

• Don’t be fooled by Rays’ nontraditional pitching rotation — their ‘starters’ can get outs - Tommy Rancel, The Athletic
• 10 players you forgot were Rays - Juan Toribio, MLB.com
• The High-Five of Tampa Bay First Basemen: No. 5, James Loney - Chloe Stowe, Rays Colored Glasses
• Speaking of Loney, he has signed with the Independent League Sugar Land Skeeters attempting to be a two way player as well as a coach.

• Five glaring holes on competitive teams (and how to fill them fast) - Eno Sarris, The Athletic

Best Option: Mike Moustakas to the Rays for three years and $40 million.

• When purchasing your Rays tickets this season, make sure to take advantage of the Rays friends and family discount

• Some Rays workout video prior to the massive onslaught of Rays workout videos next week

Around the League:

• Sources: MLB and players discussing rule changes that could alter game - Jeff Passan, ESPN.com
• White Sox reportedly add depth to outfield with Brandon Guyer - Vinnie Duber, NBC Sports
• REPORT: Phillies “making progress” in trade talks for J.T. Realmuto - John Stolnis, The Good Phight
• Milwaukee Brewers among a handful of teams who remain interested in Gio Gonzalez - Kyle Lesniewski, Brew Crew Ball