Matt Garza pitched a gem scattering 3 hits and allowing only 1 run in 7 innings pitched. Garza contained his emotions and located each pitch perfectly throughout the evening. Wheeler and Percival finished the 8th and 9th respectively each allowing no hits and no walks. The most impressive stat in the last 2 games for this pitching staff has been the lack of free passes allowed – only 1 walk issued in 18 innings pitched. Nice job!!
Johnny Gomes started the coring for the Rays in the 2nd inning with a first pitch home run. Jason Bartlett added to the scoring count by knocking in 2. The Rays were on the run once again on the base paths with BJ Upton swiping 2, Justin Ruggiano took 1 and Willy Aybar took a base as well.
This was a well rounded effort from all sides of the ball! The Fish held our offense to only 5 hits but we made them count. A GREAT pitching effort and some outstanding defensive plays once again led the Rays to victory.
Rays finish this Citrus Series today at 1:40 — see you at The Trop!
