KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The good news is the bottom line: The Rays resumed play after their rain-extended All-Star break with a doubleheader sweep of the Royals, winning the opener, 6-1, and the nightcap, 4-2.
That improved the Rays’ American League-leading record to 60-35 and extended their lead in the East division over Baltimore.
But if you were looking for some indications that the five-day break recharged their offense, it was not an encouraging day, especially against inexperienced and unproven pitchers.
