A Strong Start! 
Our very own Tampa Bay Rays kicked off the game with a bang against the Detroit Tigers! In the top of the 1st inning, Jonathan Aranda set the tone with a double to right, and thanks to Junior Caminero and Josh Lowe's stellar efforts, Aranda scored and Caminero advanced, securing a 2-run lead early on. A great sign of what was to come! 
The Shift in Momentum 
The 4th inning didn't go our way when the Tigers pounced back to take a 3-2 lead. Despite a few anxious moments, it didn't dampen our spirits. Our pitching was put to the test as the Tigers' Spencer Torkelson, Zach McKinstry, and Parker Meadows briefly gave Detroit fans a glimpse of hope. But we knew our boys wouldn't stay down for long! 
The Rays Roar Back! 
Top of the 6th inning, the Rays made their move with calculated precision. Jake Mangum led off with a crucial single, setting the stage for a rally. And rally we did! Ha-Seong Kim, Taylor Walls, Danny Jansen, and Yandy Díaz delivered, pushing us ahead to a commanding 6-3 lead. Camino's solo homer in the 7th sealed the deal, extending our lead to 7-3. The Rays' victory became inevitable, but not before some top-notch pitching action shut down any lingering Tiger threats. 
Our pitching crew— Englert, Kelly, and the flame-throwing Fairbanks—took care of business, ensuring the Tigers remained caged in the latter innings. Thanks to the combined team effort, we cruised to a confident 7-3 win. Another successful night for the Rays, and a proud moment for all Rays fans! Let's keep the momentum going. Go Rays!
Scoreboard for Rays @ Tigers (July 9th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 16 | 0 |