Rays Beat MLB-Leading Tigers, Extend Win Streak

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the MLB-leading Detroit Tigers 14-8, extending their winning streak to six games and moving within 1.5 games of the AL East-leading Yankees. The Rays' offense was highlighted by home runs from Yandy Díaz and strong contributions from Jansen, Caminero, and Morel, with Díaz going 5-for-9 and hitting two homers in the first two games of the series. Earlier in the week, Tampa Bay's historic comeback against Baltimore boosted team confidence, with players claiming to be the best in MLB. Despite Riley Greene's two home runs and an 11-game on-base streak for Detroit, Tigers starter Jack Flaherty struggled, allowing eight runs in just over two innings. The Tigers have now dropped three consecutive games and four of their last six, with bullpen issues adding to their difficulties. The Rays now hold a majors-best 22-8 record since May 20, while the Tigers aim to regroup in the remainder of the series.