Reds vs Rays

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in ten innings at Tropicana Field, marking their third consecutive win. Stuart Fairchild's double in the 10th inning provided the decisive run, while Jeimer Candelario contributed with a two-run double in the first inning. The game was particularly emotional for the Rays, who had recently traded fan-favorite Randy Arozarena to the Seattle Mariners and starting pitcher Zach Eflin to the Baltimore Orioles. Starter Nick Lodolo pitched 6 2/3 innings for the Reds, allowing two runs, while Shane Baz struck out seven in six innings for the Rays. With this victory, the Reds improved their record to 50-53, while the Rays fell to 52-52, remaining at .500 for the 25th time this season. The two teams will continue their series on Saturday afternoon.