Junior Caminero impresses during batting practice before World Series Game 1

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Junior Caminero impresses during batting practice before World Series Game 1
Summary

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero demonstrated his power by nearly hitting the World Series Championship trophy during batting practice at American Family Field on October 23, 2026. This performance followed his recent achievement of breaking the scoreboard during BP. FOX Sports commentators noted Caminero's potential to influence the Rays' success in the series, emphasizing the need for other players to get on base to create opportunities for him. At just 23 years old, Caminero has had back-to-back standout seasons, combining for over 80 home runs and 200 RBIs across his last two seasons. The World Series Game 1 against the Milwaukee Brewers is set to begin soon.

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  • •Caminero nearly hit the FOX Sports pregame set during BP.
  • •The Rays face the Brewers in Game 1 of the World Series.
  • •Caminero has 45 home runs in 2025 and 42 in 2026.
  • •He is considered a key player for the Rays in the series.
  • •Game 1 of the World Series is underway.
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  • 11:33 PMYahoo Sports — Before World Series Game 1, Rays’ Junior Caminero hits FOX set during BP
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A day after breaking the American Family Field scoreboard at BP, Caminero is at it again

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