Rays pitcher Alex Cobb turned in an excellent start Friday against the Yankees.

Cobb gave up six hits over 7 1/3 scoreless innings. He struck out eight and walked one during the outing. Cobb was in compete control during the start. He didn't allow a runner to reach second base until his final inning of work. After giving up a single and walk in the eighth inning, Cobb was pulled from the game. He threw 112 pitches. 

With the win, Cobb improved to 8-6. He'll take on the Tigers in his next start.