"Luke Scott has agreed to a deal with the Rays to be their DH.

"I'm excited,'' Scott told the Times.

Scott said he has agreed to a one-year deal, with an 2013 option, and his contract includes some incentives. He expects to primarily serve as the DH - which means the end of Johnny Damon's tenure with the Rays - and play some at first base.

Scott missed most of last season while undergoing right shoulder surgery in July, but said he is progressing well and passed what was surely an extensive physical with the Rays.

"There's no reason why I shouldn't be ready for opening day,'' Scott said."