The Rays organization has undergone significant change since Stuart Sternberg replaced Vince Naimoli and took over as principal owner in October. Here is a look at some of key people who have left (for various reasons) and who have come aboard:
Out with the old
Vince Naimoli, managing general partner
Chuck LaMar, general manager
Lou Piniella, manager
Scott Proefrock, assistant GM
Dave Auker, senior VP of business operations
John Browne, VP of marketing
In with the new
Stuart Sternberg, principal owner
Matt Silverman, president
Andre Friedman, executive VP of baseball operations
Gerry Hunsicker, senior VP of baseball operations
Brian Auld, chief of staff
Mark Fernandez, VP/chief sales officer
Kevin Terry, VP sales and marketing
Darcy Raymond, VP branding and fan experience
Tom Hoof, senior director of marketing
Joe Maddon, manager