Tampa Bay Rays lose both games of doubleheader against Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 6:19 AM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays were swept in a doubleheader by the Boston Red Sox on July 18 at Fenway Park. The Rays lost the second game 5-3 after struggling on the mound, with Mason Englert allowing all five runs, including three home runs. Junior Caminero performed well, hitting his 29th home run, but the offense was inconsistent, with key hitters struggling. The Rays are now facing increased pressure to maintain their divisional lead, as they hold a 2.5-game advantage over the Yankees. They will attempt to rebound in their next game on Saturday, with Ian Seymour starting against Patrick Sandoval.
- •Rays lost both games of the doubleheader to Red Sox.
- •Mason Englert struggled, allowing five runs including three home runs.
- •Junior Caminero hit his 29th home run during the doubleheader.
- •Rays maintain a 2.5-game lead over the Yankees in the AL East.
- •Next game is on Saturday against Red Sox with Ian Seymour as the starter.
- 6:19 AMYahoo Sports — Tampa Bay Rays Swept in Red Sox Doubleheader as Post-All-Star Slump Continues
"The Tampa Bay Rays dropped both games of a doubleheader to the Red Sox after the All-Star Break as Griffin Jax and Mason Englert struggled on the mound. Despite another home run from Junior Caminero, Tampa Bay's AL East lead is beginning to shrink.
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