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Rays’ Matt Moore pitches well again in victory over Los Angeles Dodgers

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Slowly, he is returning to his role as ace of the Tampa Bay Rays staff. Whether he stays here is another matter.

Matt Moore pitched well once again Wednesday, and the Rays won a 3-1 decision over the Los Angeles Dodgers. For Moore, it was the 10th straight game in which he has pitched at least six innings. He is 5-3 in his last eight decisions.

Against the Dodgers, Moore allowed only four hits. Even better, he got one himself, only the third of the year by a Rays’ pitcher.

“It’s fun to play baseball on both sides,” Moore said. “I had fun today.”

Tampa Bay is now 39-61 on the season.

So did Evan Longoria, who had three hits and his 23rd home run of the year. Brad Miller also had two hits.

The Rays are home Friday against the New York Yankees with Jake Odorizzi getting the start.

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