mlb Game Recap
Zach Eflin vs Eduardo Escobar Battle Sees Los Angeles Fall 18-4
It wasn't going to be a low-scoring affair and Tampa Bay made sure they came out on the winning end on Saturday, grabbing a 18-4 victory over Los Angeles at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
Bettors who backed the Rays were rewarded as -129 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.
Zach Eflin earned the victory for the Rays, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 1, and allowing 4 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from Harold Ramirez in the win.
Los Angeles's starting pitcher Eduardo Escobar worked 1 innings, giving up 1 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 0 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Luis Rengifo in a losing cause.
Tampa Bay enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 20-8 advantage in hits.
Tampa Bay heads into a battle against Colorado. Los Angeles, meanwhile, will have their next action against Cincinnati.