The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 on Sunday, avoiding a three-game sweep thanks to Curtis Mead's tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the eighth inning. Orioles pitcher Albert Suárez delivered a career-high 6 2/3 scoreless innings, but Baltimore's offense was limited despite Anthony Santander hitting his 35th home run. The victory leaves both the Orioles and New York Yankees tied for the top spot in the AL East. Struggling reliever Craig Kimbrel allowed the go-ahead run after a series of walks and stolen bases by the Rays. Pete Fairbanks secured his 23rd save, while Gunnar Henderson of the Orioles recorded his second consecutive three-hit game. Despite the loss, Baltimore maintains a strong record of 8-2 against Tampa Bay this season.