Not to be pessimistic, but the numbers say Rays are not bouncing back

ST. PETERSBURG — Taylor Walls got you, didn’t he? When the Rays shortstop went up the middle to rob a base hit and turn a spectacular double play to end a 3-2 win against the Cubs on Thursday night, it was as if the world inside of Tropicana Field had finally been set right-side up. Closer Pete Fairbanks shouted “Let’s go!” in appreciation. First baseman Isaac Paredes pumped his fist after ...