MLB Note - Tampa Bay Rays Archer, Chris

Aug 17, 2017 - 8:55 AM RHP Chris Archer ended a run of 15 straight starts in which he had pitched at least six innings when he lasted 5 1/3 innings against the Cleveland Indians on Saturday. He allowed seven hits, two walks and three runs while striking out eight. He will be making his 23rd career start against the Toronto Blue Jays in the finale of a four-game series at the Rogers Centre. He is 6-4 with a 3.13 career ERA against the Blue Jays, his most frequent career opponent. In three starts this season, he is 0-0 with a 2.57 ERA against Toronto. He has made 10 starts in his career at the Rogers Centre, going 3-2 with a 2.98 ERA.