Rays Secure 4-0 Victory Over Reds

In a dominant performance, Zack Littell led the Tampa Bay Rays to a 4-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, throwing seven scoreless innings and allowing just three hits. Alex Jackson and Yandy Díaz provided the offensive spark with back-to-back home runs during a three-run fifth inning, marking Jackson's third homer of the season. This win ended the Reds' three-game winning streak and improved the Rays' record to 53-52 as they seek to secure the series with a final game on Sunday. Littell's effective outing not only marked his first win since July 2 but also boosted his trade value ahead of the deadline. Despite trade rumors swirling around him, Littell remained focused on contributing to the team's success. The game attracted an audience of 23,464 at Tropicana Field, the second-highest attendance this season.