Rays starter Alex Cobb followed Matt Moore's lead Monday at home against the Red Sox. After Moore was blasted early en route to a loss against the Orioles Sunday, Cobb nearly did the same thing against Boston.

Cobb surrendered six runs in the first inning and lasted just four innings Monday. He was lucky to avoid taking the loss as the Rays came from behind to tie the score late in the game. His record remains at 6-2 on the year with a 2.95 ERA. Cobb didn't give up another run after Boston plated six against him in the first. He allowed seven hits and three walks in total with four strikeouts over 98 pitches.

Cobb has won his last three decisions and took a no-decision his last time out despite going 7 2/3 shutout innings. His ERA and WHIP remain excellent and he'll look to have a better start his next time out Saturday against Kansas City.