Looking Backward While Moving Forward: Rays Rally Again, Win Series Finale 4-3

The Tampa Bay Rays came from behind 3-0 to win by one run for the second consecutive day. Tampa Bay took 2-of-3 from the first place Mets, as Richie Shaffer (3-3, HR, 3 runs) was the undisputed hero of the game after putting together an impressive day at the plate. At .500 once again (55-55), Tampa Bay won a second straight series for the first time since June 15 – June 21.

Rays draft INF Richie Shaffer

The Rays selected infielder Richie Shaffer in the 2012 Draft. Shaffer, the 25th pick of the draft, led the Clemson Tigers this year with a .336 BA/10 HR/.480 OBP/63 BB. Rated by several experts as the top third base prospect in the draft, Shaffer could be a possible replacement for Evan Longoria when his contract …