On one side, the Dodgers are looking more invincible than ever, flexing their enormous financial muscles. On the other side, The expansion sister Tampa Bay Rays are proving that a small market team can win regularly, so long as they make smart decisions and stay the course, rather than sometimes pretending to be a big spender.
Cody Bellinger started the fireworks for the Dodgers, launching a towering two-run shot in the fourth inning. Mookie Betts added his significant skills to bolster the offense. Oh, and Clayton Kershaw didn’t choke.