Rays pitcher’s nightmare debut takes brutal turn in ugly loss to Orioles
Jonathan Heasley's debut with the Tampa Bay Rays took a turn for the worse during a game against the Baltimore Orioles. Heasley, who was called up earlier in the day, struggled on the mound and was seen vomiting during the game. The Rays ultimately lost 11-2, with both Heasley and fellow pitcher Steven Matz having difficult outings.
- ▪Jonathan Heasley made his team debut after being called up from Triple-A Durham.
- ▪Heasley allowed eight hits and five earned runs in four innings of work.
- ▪The Rays lost to the Orioles 11-2, with Blaze Alexander driving in six runs.
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