Overview

• 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.