While the Rays are not overly concerned about Drew Smyly's left shoulder tendinitis, the team is formulating a contingency plan in the event he is not ready by the start of the season, per The Tampa Tribune.
Nathan Karns, Matt Andriese, Burch Smith and Alex Colome -- who are all competing for the final spot in the team's rotation -- could be stopgap options in case Smyly begins the year on the disabled list.
Manager Kevin Cash added Everett Teaford and Enny Romero, who appear to be two pitchers headed for Triple-A, could also be options, if they pitch well this spring.