Kapler Re-Signs With Rays

Gabe Kapler will be back with the Rays next season after signing a one-year deal worth $1.05 million.

The Rays initially were attracted to Kapler because of his work against left-handed pitching and he came through in 2009 by hitting .276 with eight home runs and 30 RBIs against left-handed pitching.

In 99 games with the Rays the veteran hit .238 with eight home runs and 32 RBIs.