Rays' Shane Baz and Jake Mangum Shine in 7-0 Win Over Pirates
Tampa Bay's strong start continues as Baz strikes out 10 in his return and Mangum delivers another standout performance.
- Shane Baz, in his first start since recovering from Tommy John surgery, struck out 10 batters over six scoreless innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- Rookie Jake Mangum followed up his 4-for-4 debut with a three-hit, two-RBI performance, solidifying his early impact for the Rays.
- The Tampa Bay Rays secured their third consecutive win, improving to 3-1 on the season while playing at their temporary home, George M. Steinbrenner Field.
- Pirates rookie pitcher Thomas Harrington struggled in his MLB debut, allowing six runs over four innings as Pittsburgh fell to 1-4 on the season.
- Tampa Bay's starting rotation has been dominant, posting a combined 1.57 ERA through the first four games of the season.