Tampa Bay leads Seattle 6-1 after strong performance at Tropicana Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 1:45 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Seattle Mariners 6-1 on July 11, 2026, during a special ceremony honoring Evan Longoria, who was inducted into the Rays Hall of Fame. Junior Caminero showcased a powerful hit with a 115 MPH double, while Griffin Jax secured the win with effective pitching, going five innings and allowing no big innings from the Mariners. Ben Williamson provided an early spark with a double, and Ryan Vilade added a decisive three-run homer against Logan Gilbert, sealing the series victory. Tampa Bay aims for a sweep in the final game of the series against Seattle on July 12.
- •Evan Longoria's number 3 was retired during the pregame ceremony.
- •Griffin Jax pitched five scoreless innings to earn the victory.
- •Ryan Vilade hit a three-run homer to secure the series win.
- •Tampa Bay looks to complete the series sweep on July 12.
- 1:45 AMYahoo Sports — Batting 3rd, playing 3rd…: Tampa Bay 6, Seattle 1
"Rays honor Mr Ray, Evan Longoria before the game, and put on quite the show for him during.
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