Before we talk about what went wrong in the late innings of this game, let’s talk about how relatively drama-free it was for the first seven innings, because for a good chunk, this game seemed to be going precisely as we dreamed it might.
Starting with Tyler Glasnow, who we knew would not go deep into the game, as the Rays continue to keep a tight leash on his innings in hopes that he’ll be full steam ahead for the postseason. He couldn’t have been better. He pitched three innings, gave up no hits and no walks, and struck out seven.