Rays Extend Winning Streak to Six, Surpass .500 with 7-2 Win Over Twins

The Tampa Bay Rays have been on an impressive winning streak, extending it to six games with a 7-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins, following a dominant 13-0 rout of the Toronto Blue Jays that marked their fifth consecutive win. Zack Littell delivered a strong pitching performance against the Twins, allowing just one run over 6 1/3 innings, while Jonathan Aranda's three-run homer was pivotal in clinching the win. Against Toronto, Brandon Lowe led the offense with a three-game home run streak and multiple hits, contributing to the Rays' second-largest shutout win in franchise history. Ryan Pepiot ended a winless streak by pitching seven effective innings in the shutout, supported by strong relief pitching and timely hitting. These victories have helped Tampa Bay reach a .500 record for the first time since early April, with manager Kevin Cash noting this as their best play all season, driven by solid pitching, defense, and clutch hitting. The Rays' recent success highlights their strong performance both at the plate and on the mound, as they look to build momentum heading into the next games.