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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 23, 2026Hillsborough County

Tampa Bay Rays defeat Baltimore Orioles 3-1

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The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Baltimore Orioles 3-1 on Sunday, preventing a three-game series sweep. The victory was secured through a strong pitching performance by Nick Martinez and key RBI singles from Junior Caminero and Chandler Simpson.

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Why It Matters

This result concludes a three-game Major League Baseball series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Baltimore Orioles.

Key Facts

  • The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Baltimore Orioles with a final score of 3-1.
  • Nick Martinez pitched six innings and allowed only one hit.
  • Junior Caminero and Chandler Simpson recorded RBI singles during the sixth inning.
  • The win prevented the Baltimore Orioles from completing a three-game sweep of the series.

Who's Mentioned

PersonJunior Caminero“Tampa Bay Rays player who hit an RBI single”other122“Number of games since the Orioles last failed to draw a walk”PersonNick Martinez“Tampa Bay Rays pitcher who earned the win”PersonColton Cowser“Baltimore Orioles player who hit a double and a home run”PersonChandler Simpson“Tampa Bay Rays player who hit an RBI single”PersonShane Baz“Baltimore Orioles pitcher who took the loss”OrganizationBaltimore Orioles“Professional baseball team”OrganizationTampa Bay Rays“Professional baseball team”