"This has been really awkward to watch, " said Rays manager Joe Maddon, who saw Rodney blow only two chances while saving 48 last season.

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The double-blow will add to manager Paulo Sousa's midfield woes with Joe Allen, Andrea Orlandi and Jordi Lopez already sidelined.

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