Rays complete sweep of Yankees with Mesa's home run
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Last updated Oct 8, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays secured a 4-3 victory over the New York Yankees on October 7, effectively concluding the Yankees' season. Victor Mesa Jr. hit a key home run that reinforced the Rays' dominance over their division rival throughout the summer. This win marks a significant moment in the playoff race as the Rays consolidate their position in the standings. With this series sweep, Tampa Bay continues to show resilience and effectiveness against New York.
- •Rays win 4-3 to complete series sweep of Yankees.
- •Victor Mesa Jr. hits decisive home run.
- •The victory ends the Yankees' season.
- •Rays affirm dominance over Yankees this summer.
- 6:32 AMESPN — Mesa HR helps Rays continue seasonlong dominance of Yanks in sweep
"Victor Mesa Jr. hit the home run that effectively ended the Yankees' season Wednesday night as the Rays won 4-3 to complete a sweep that affirmed Tampa Bay's summer-long dominance of their division rival.
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