mlb Game Recap
Washington Nationals vs Tampa Bay Rays Recap - Rays Over Nationals 5-0
Washington was unable to break through against the Tampa Bay pitching staff, losing 5-0 on Sunday at Tropicana Field.
The Rays were a -185 favorite in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 8.
Taj Bradley earned the victory for the Rays, throwing 5.2 innings of work, striking out 11, walking 2, and allowing 3 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Jose Caballero in the win.
Washington got a 6-inning outing from Patrick Corbin in the loss. He gave up 4 earned runs, 1 walks and 8 hits in his time on the mound, while CJ Abrams had 1 hits in the loss for the Nationals.
Tampa Bay enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 9-3 advantage in hits.
Tampa Bay looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Kansas City. Washington will aim to get back on the winning track vs. New York.