It was a mediocre day in the Tampa Bay Rays system, with one notable exception: hugs for Richie Shaffer as he was promoted to the major leagues for the first time. We will have not one, but two articles on Shaffer later today, but before we start, congratulations to him on achieving the lifelong dream that nearly all of us can only dream about: playing on baseball’s highest stage.
Triple-A International League: Gwinnett Braves 5, Durham Bulls 0
This game turned into a blowout after a late bullpen collapse, and things will only get worse for Durham as their best hitter heads elsewhere.