Rays struggle again, lose 12-5 to Royals at Tropicana Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 6:45 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays fell to the Kansas City Royals 12-5 on June 24, suffering their second consecutive loss. Starting pitcher Shane McClanahan allowed six runs, only two of which were earned, over five innings. Junior Caminero contributed offensively with three hits, including a home run. The Rays left nine runners on base and finished 4 for 13 with runners in scoring position. They aim to rebound in the next game of the series against the Royals, scheduled for June 25.
- •Rays lose to Royals 12-5 at Tropicana Field on June 24.
- •Shane McClanahan allowed six runs in five innings pitched.
- •Junior Caminero went 3 for 5 with a home run and three RBIs.
- •Rays left nine runners on base and hit 4 for 13 with RISP.
- •Next game against the Royals is scheduled for June 25.
- 6:45 AMYahoo Sports — Rays Let Another Game Slip Away in Blowout Loss to Royals
"The Rays dropped their second straight game Tuesday as pitching struggles proved too much to overcome in a 12-5 loss to the Royals. Junior Caminero continued his stellar season with three hits and a home run, but Tampa Bay's bullpen issues resurfaced at the wrong time.
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