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Tampa Bay Rays vs Chicago Cubs Wrap - Tampa Bay Wins 8-2

Tampa Bay got a 8-2 victory over Chicago on Wednesday, with Jalen Beeks earning the victory and helping Rays moneyline bettors cash out.

The Rays were a -110 underdog in the win. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 9.

Jalen Beeks earned the victory for the Rays, throwing 2 innings of work, striking out 2, walking 1, and allowing 0 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Francisco Mejia in the win.

Chicago's starting pitcher Marcus Stroman worked 4.1 innings, giving up 8 hits and 7 earned runs while striking out 7 in the loss. They got 1 hits from Frank Schwindel in a losing cause.

The battle of the bats favored Tampa Bay as they had 9 hits, while Chicago only had 4.

Tampa Bay looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Boston. Chicago will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Pittsburgh.