Jeff Niemann pitches a two-hit complete game shutout against the Blue Jays. Tampa Bay wins, 9 – 0, as Carlos Pena leads the attack with two homers, including a grand slam.

 

On June 8 2010 — Jeff Niemann pitches a two-hit complete game shutout against the Blue Jays. Tampa Bay wins, 9 – 0, as Carlos Pena leads the attack with two homers, including a grand slam.

 


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