What happened: Tampa Bay closed out a 14-4 final against Houston. The result pushed the Rays further ahead in a series they had entered leading 2-0.

Why it matters: The win adds to Tampa Bay's control of the matchup and deepens Houston's hole in the series. A lopsided final also gives the Rays another emphatic result against the Astros in this set.

What to watch: The next thing to watch is whether Tampa Bay can keep that edge as the series continues. Houston now has to respond after a 14-4 final.