mlb Game Recap
Michael Tonkin vs Robert Stephenson Battle Sees Atlanta Fall 10-4
Tampa Bay moneyline bettors cashed on Sunday courtesy of a 10-4 win against the Atlanta Braves at Tropicana Field.
Bettors who backed the Rays were rewarded as -125 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.
Tampa Bay got 1 innings from Robert Stephenson, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 3. Zach Eflin earned the victory, while the Rays got 4 RBIs from Yandy Diaz in the win.
Atlanta's starting pitcher Michael Tonkin worked 1.2 innings, giving up 2 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Austin Riley in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Tampa Bay as they had 10 hits, while Atlanta only had 9.
Next game, Tampa Bay takes its act on the road to face Kansas City looking for another win. For Atlanta, they head home to face Chicago.