mlb Game Recap
Corey Kluber vs Jeffrey Springs Tilt Ends in Tampa Bay 9-3 Win
Tampa Bay moneyline bettors cashed on Thursday courtesy of a 9-3 win against the Boston Red Sox at Tropicana Field.
Bettors who backed the Rays were rewarded as -250 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.
Tampa Bay got 3 innings from Jeffrey Springs, who gave up 1 earned runs on 1 hits, while striking out 5. Kevin Kelly earned the victory, while the Rays got 3 RBIs from Harold Ramirez in the win.
Boston got a 4.2-inning outing from Corey Kluber in the loss. He gave up 4 earned runs, 1 walks and 4 hits in his time on the mound, while Justin Turner had 2 hits in the loss for the Red Sox.
The battle of the bats favored Tampa Bay as they had 10 hits, while Boston only had 4.
The game was closed out by Braden Bristo who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 1 walks and fanned 4 batters to earn the save.
Tampa Bay looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Toronto. Boston will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Los Angeles.