Yankees outscore Rays 9-2 in New York matchup on September 23
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Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays lost 9-2 to the New York Yankees on September 23 at Yankee Stadium. This defeat means the Rays must win all their remaining games to reach 100 victories this season. Despite the setback, the Rays have secured home field advantage for the playoffs and aim to keep their roster healthy. For the Yankees, the win contributes positively to their run differential, though it has little impact on their season standings. Many Rays players received a day off, including Yandy Diaz and Chandler Simpson, as the team prioritizes player health ahead of the postseason.
- •Rays lose 9-2 to Yankees at Yankee Stadium on September 23
- •Rays secure home field advantage for playoffs despite the loss
- •Cedric Mullins hits a home run, breaking a slump
- •Yankees' Gerrit Cole allows 8 earned runs but pitches into sixth inning
- •Rays prioritize player rest with several key players sat out
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Oh No, The Rays Lost. Anyway… Rays 2, Yankees 9
"Watching your favorite team lose to one of your least favorite teams is never truly enjoyable, but it goes down a bit easier when the regular season prize is already in the bag. The only downside to this loss is the Rays must now win out to get to 100 wins on the season, but […]
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