Tampa Bay got shut out in Fenway Park yesterday, 2-0, to drop to 17th in runs scored and 24th in slugging. Nick Martinez struggled against the Red Sox last season, posting a 5.40 ERA and a .346 batting average against Boston batters. The bullpen ranks 14th with a 4.02 ERA. Boston plays its third straight at home, with a relief staff that is eighth (3.42 ERA). Payton Tolle (2.04 ERA) has been a terrific addition to the rotation, holding batters to a .117 average in 17+ innings, with only six walks and 23 strikeouts. Play Boston.
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