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Junior Caminero hits walk-off homer as Rays defeat Athletics

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Junior Caminero hits walk-off homer as Rays defeat Athletics

Summary

Junior Caminero hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning, leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 2-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on September 15, 2026. Caminero, who now has 41 home runs this season, overcame a 0-2 count to hit a fastball from Elvis Alvarado to the opposite field. This win is crucial for the Rays, who are competing for the AL East title and currently hold a four-game lead over the New York Yankees. The victory improves Tampa Bay's record to 91-59 and keeps Caminero in contention for the AL MVP award.

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By the Numbers

•Caminero's home run secured the walk-off win for the Rays.
•Rays improve to 91-59 on the season.
•Caminero now has 41 home runs and 96 RBIs this year.
•Rays maintain a four-game cushion over the Yankees in the division.
•Caminero is competing with Yordan Alvarez for the AL MVP award.

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The Tampa Bay Rays are facing a hard charge from the New York Yankees in the race for the AL East division crown, so every win matters as far as their hopes of earning a bye to the NLDS are concerned. But on Tuesday, the Rays faced a highly-motivated Athletics team at home, with a pitcher’s duel breaking out between the two teams. The Rays entered […] The post Rays news: Junior Caminero's MVP chase continues with walk-off homer to beat A's appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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