WASHINGTON — What the Rays have done during their record-setting run to open the season is impressive enough, as Wednesday they stretched their winning streak to six games. They extended their stay as the only undefeated, and best, team in the majors with a 7-2 win over the Nationals.
But what is more significant, especially as it portends for the full season, is how they have done it — playing extremely well in just about every facet of the game.
Scoring early and often. Getting clutch, and key, hits. Swatting homers. Using their speed and athleticism to create runs. Getting dominant outings from their starters. Throwing strikes. And playing dazzling defense.
