The made it to Game 6 of the 2020 World Series in part because they relied on analytics and used their pitching staff in unconventional ways.
On Tuesday night in Arlington, that strategy backfired, and Tampa Bay watched the celebrate a long-awaited title.
For the Dodgers, it was sweet redemption, as they hoisted a Commissioner's Trophy for the first time since 1988. For the Rays, it was a frustrating near-miss that will precipitate an offseason of second-guessing.
Tampa Bay starter Blake Snell cruised through the first five innings, allowing one hit, no walks and no runs with nine strikeouts.