Oakland A's Shut Out Rays in Series Opener
JJ Bleday's early homer and Joe Boyle's strong pitching lead to a 3-0 victory over Tampa Bay.
- JJ Bleday hit a two-run homer in the first inning, his 16th of the season.
- Joe Boyle pitched six innings, allowing only two hits and striking out six.
- Lawrence Butler contributed with a sacrifice fly in the fifth inning.
- Tampa Bay's Taj Bradley gave up three runs over six innings.
- The Rays struggled offensively, managing only two hits in the game.
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