The main complaint with the Rays is: Not only are they greedy and unreasonable and stingy, they are world class stallers. It reminds of that time Scott Boras had Prince Fielder on his books and held up an off season until February. (Isn't it interesting that the Rays and their agent doppelganger never work with each other?)
In that off season, 2011, the Mariners didn't sign Josh Willingham for a modest amount, or one of many other fine players, even though he fit the team like peas and carrots. The Mariners waited too long, like the old maid from Duluth. The result has been pain and trauma.
Do the Mariners let history repeat itself? These Angels and Orioles are not going to crush themselves. It would be nice to have the new weapon(s) on hand in case they become unruly. And, nowhere is it written that the Rays won't leave the Mariners at the altar at the trade deadline.