Rays’ Eflin Shines, Leads Team to Fifth Straight Win
Tampa Bay Rays’ Zach Eflin delivered a stellar performance on Tuesday night, leading his team to a 5-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Eflin’s seven-inning outing saw him surrender only one run on six hits, showcasing his dominance on the mound.
The Rays’ offense provided ample support, with Randy Arozarena and Isaac Paredes contributing home runs. Arozarena’s two-run homer in the third inning gave Tampa Bay a 4-0 lead, while Paredes’ solo shot in the sixth extended the advantage to 5-0.
Eflin’s composure under pressure was evident in the fifth inning when he escaped a bases-loaded jam with a flyball from Gavin Sheets. He also retired Sheets on a grounder with two on and two outs in the seventh, further demonstrating his ability to navigate difficult situations.
The White Sox, who have struggled throughout the season, were unable to mount a significant challenge against Eflin. Paul DeJong’s solo homer in the seventh inning was their only offensive highlight.
Michael Soroka, the White Sox starter, allowed four runs on three hits and four walks over five innings. Brad Keller, who relieved Soroka, surrendered Paredes’ home run in the sixth.
The Rays’ victory marked their fifth consecutive win, improving their record to 19-18. The White Sox, on the other hand, dropped to 20 games under .500, equaling their season low.