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.
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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 …