Rays outlast Orioles 7-6 to end losing streak at Tropicana Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:06 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays halted their losing streak with a 7-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field on August 17. The Rays hit three home runs, including a two-run shot from Jorge Mateo, which gave them a 4-3 lead in the fourth inning. A two-run single from Jonny DeLuca in the seventh provided the winning margin. Shane McClanahan returned from the injured list, pitching 3.1 innings but allowing three earned runs. Bryan Baker recorded his franchise-record 24th consecutive save. Next, the Rays will face the Toronto Blue Jays at home beginning August 18.
- •Tampa Bay scores 12 hits, including 3 home runs.
- •McClanahan makes return, allows three earned runs.
- •Baker sets franchise record for saves with 24.
- •Rays and Orioles have one more series next weekend.
- •Rays host Blue Jays next on August 18.
- 7:06 AMYahoo Sports — Tampa Bay Rays Snap Losing Streak With Wild 7-6 Win Over Orioles
"The Tampa Bay Rays avoided the sweep with a 7-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Three home runs powered the offense, Shane McClanahan made his return from the injured list, and Bryan Baker slammed the door with his franchise-record 24th consecutive save conversion.
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