All games count, even when they don’t ultimately matter.
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 7-5 on Saturday in a game the Rays managed more like a Spring Training game, giving players rest than the second to last game of the season, preparing for a postseason run since they already have the top Wild Card spot secured. The Blue Jays ultimately clinched the postseason despite the loss but certainly needed the win more than the Rays.
The Rays jumped onto the board early in the top of the first inning. After Randy Arozarena hit a double and Harold Ramirez singled to left, Isaac Paredes delivered with an RBI single to bring Arozarena home, giving the Rays an early 1-0 lead.