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Rays overpower Guardians with 11 runs in decisive win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 2:38 AM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Rays overpower Guardians with 11 runs in decisive win

Summary

Tampa Bay defeated Cleveland 11-3 on July 25 at Progressive Field. The Rays took control early, scoring two runs in the second inning and extending their lead through consistent offensive play. Shane McClanahan provided a strong pitching performance, allowing one run before departing after five innings. The game featured notable contributions from Nick Fortes and Ben Williamson, who both had impactful performances at the plate and in the field. This win marks a contrasting outcome compared to previous tightly contested matches between the two teams.

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By the Numbers

•Rays scored four runs in the fourth inning to pull ahead.
•McClanahan pitched five innings, striking out multiple batters.
•Nick Fortes recorded multiple hits with RBIs.
•Cleveland managed only three runs throughout the game.
•This game contrasts with previous close contests between the teams.

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2:38 AMYahoo Sports — Four for Fortes: (Devil) Rays 11, Guardians 3

What they're saying

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Tampa Bay brought the unusual combination of the the original home white jerseys and the 2001-2005 era hats. That unusualness continued in the game because these two teams frequently play close games, but this game was never really in doubt as the Rays went up in the second inning and never looked back in this […]
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