Pearce and the Rays agreed to a one-year contract, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pearce was a disappointment for the Orioles last season, but his excellent track record against left-handed pitching surely attracted plenty of interest. While he won't necessarily have an every-day role, the 32-year-old figures to see plenty of at-bats against southpaws as a first baseman, designated hitter and corner outfielder.