Ben Lively, Guardians stifle Rays 2-0 to split series

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Ben Lively pitched five strong innings and four relievers didn't yield a baserunner as the host Cleveland Guardians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0 on Sunday to split their four-game set.

Lively (12-9) showed no ill effects of taking a liner off the thigh against the Chicago White Sox earlier this week, allowing four hits - all singles - and one walk. He retired 11 straight until giving