Blue Jays lead Rays 10-5 in ongoing game in St. Petersburg
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:43 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

The Toronto Blue Jays are currently leading the Tampa Bay Rays 10-5 in St. Petersburg, Florida, on August 18, 2026. The Rays fell behind quickly, with their starter failing to complete four innings, leading to an early deficit of 4-0. Despite managing to score three runs in the fourth inning, the Rays struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Blue Jays extended their lead throughout the game, with a strong showing from their hitters. Tampa Bay managed to add two runs in the eighth inning but remains behind as the game progresses.
- •Blue Jays lead 10-5 in the eighth inning.
- •Rays starter failed to complete four innings.
- •Tampa Bay scored three runs in the fourth.
- •The Rays recorded 13 hits, all singles.
- •Rays have struggled with power-hitting recently.
- 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Yada, yada, yada: Rays 5 Blue Jays 10
"The Rays lost another blowout tonight, one in their starter could not complete four innings and the subsequent relievers didn’t offer much relief. Nick Martinez….I don’t know, I love the guy for so many reasons, but after his amazing first couple of months, it seems like every three, maybe even two outings is a clunker. […]
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