Rays Beat Yankees 4-2 in AL East Series Opener
Rays Beat Yankees 4-2 in AL East Series Opener

Rays Beat Yankees 4-2 in AL East Series Opener

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The New York Yankees are struggling as the trade deadline approaches, having lost four of their last five games and falling behind in the AL East standings. Their recent 4-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays highlighted offensive struggles, with rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler allowing early runs and the lineup failing to generate extra-base hits or sustained threats. Junior Caminero powered the Rays with a two-run homer, and pitcher Drew Rasmussen recovered from a difficult start to retire 12 straight batters, helping Tampa Bay secure their eighth win in 26 games. The Yankees' offense was notably hindered by the absence of Aaron Judge and questionable lineup decisions by manager Aaron Boone. Tampa Bay's bullpen, featuring Edwin Uceta and Pete Fairbanks, effectively shut down New York’s hitters in the later innings. With the Yankees’ playoff hopes fading, the team faces mounting pressure to improve as they continue their four-game series against the Rays.

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