Red Sox score early to take series opener against Rays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 2:40 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
The Red Sox earned a 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on September 18. Roman Anthony played a pivotal role, driving in three runs with a home run and a two-run single. The win reduced Boston's postseason magic number to two, heightening their playoff prospects. Ranger Suarez pitched 5.2 innings, allowing one run and faced challenges with control, while Jahmai Jones contributed with a solo home run. The Red Sox aim to continue their momentum in the ongoing series against Tampa Bay.
- •Red Sox lead series against Rays, winning 4-2
- •Roman Anthony records three RBIs in the game
- •Ranger Suarez allows one run in 5.2 innings
- •Jahmai Jones hits a solo home run
- •Boston's magic number drops to two for playoffs
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox reactions: Roman Anthony (3 RBI) leads way as playoff clincher draws closer
"The Red Sox opened a series with the first-place Rays by jumping on the home team early.
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