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Rays secure 4-3 victory over Athletics at Tropicana Field

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Rays secure 4-3 victory over Athletics at Tropicana Field

Summary

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Oakland Athletics 4-3 on September 16 at Tropicana Field. The Rays jumped to an early 4-0 lead after scoring four runs in the second inning, all driven in by doubles. The Athletics managed to cut the lead to 4-3 with runs from Tommy White and Henry Bolte. Nick Martinez pitched effectively for five innings for the Rays, while the bullpen closed out the game successfully. The win marked Tampa Bay's fifth consecutive victory and secured a series win. They will face the Athletics again on September 17 at 1:10 PM EST.

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By the Numbers

•Rays lead 4-0 after two innings, with four doubles contributing to the score.
•Nick Martinez pitched five innings, allowing two runs.
•Athletics scored three runs but couldn't tie the game.
•Rays' bullpen secured the victory with key holds and a save.
•Next game scheduled for September 17 against the Athletics.

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2:22 AMYahoo Sports — Double double, Sacramento style: Rays 4, Athletics 3

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In a September full of roller coasters, between scoreboard watching and the contest at One Trop Drive, one could compare it to Busch Gardens’ SheiKra. Entering today, the New York Yankees trailed Tampa Bay by 3.5 games in the AL East, and played the Minnesota Twins at 12:40 PM EST. After a ninth inning game-tying […]
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