Now THAT is how you start off a series! Very exciting to see the Rays take two close ones against Boston and follow that series victory up with something a little more dominating. Not to say Tampa Bay dominated the Toronto Blue Jays in the 6-2 win Monday night, but there was enough breathing room in the ninth inning to allow fans everywhere to enjoy a little more comfort.
Wade Davis got the start and the win for Tampa Bay. He pitched through seven and two-thirds innings, allowing two runs on six hits, with three strikeouts and no walks. Chad Qualls and Randy Choate each chipped in two outs to wrap it up.
This article appears in Aug 26 – Sep 1, 2010.