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Junior Caminero Powers Rays Past Tigers, Ending Five-Game Streak

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Detroit Tigers 7-3 on March 15, 2024, effectively ending the Tigers’ impressive five-game winning streak. First-time All-Star Junior Caminero played a pivotal role in the victory, homering and scoring twice to propel the Rays to a much-needed win.

The game shifted dramatically in the sixth inning when the Rays, who trailed 3-2, exploded offensively. With two outs and a runner on second base, reliever Chase Lee entered the game, replacing Brant Hurter, who had been effective until that point. Lee quickly faced a barrage of hits, allowing four consecutive run-scoring plays, including doubles from Ha-Seong Kim and Danny Jansen.

Caminero added to the excitement in the seventh inning with a powerful home run, marking his 22nd of the season. His shot soared over the Detroit bullpen in left field, solidifying the Rays’ lead and energizing the team.

The Tigers had their opportunities, loading the bases in the seventh inning, but Garrett Cleavinger managed to strike out Riley Greene to quell the threat. Starting pitcher Zack Littell earned the win for the Rays, allowing three runs in 5 2/3 innings, showcasing resilience in a challenging matchup.

Game Highlights and Key Moments

The atmosphere at Comerica Park was electric, especially when the Tigers announced that Zach McKinstry had been selected as an All-Star reserve, bringing Detroit’s total to five representatives. This marks a significant achievement for the team, which last had six All-Stars in 2013.

In a personal milestone, Gleyber Torres of the Tigers extended his on-base streak to 22 games with a double in the fourth inning. This streak is currently the longest active streak in Major League Baseball and matches his career high, previously set during his time with the New York Yankees.

Looking Ahead

The Rays will now shift their focus to a four-game series against the Boston Red Sox, with Taj Bradley scheduled to start on Thursday against Boston’s Walker Buehler. Meanwhile, the Tigers will take a day off before hosting the Seattle Mariners on Friday, looking to bounce back with Tarik Skubal set to pitch in the opener after a well-deserved extra day of rest ahead of the All-Star Game.

This victory marks a crucial moment for the Rays as they continue to push for playoff positioning, while the Tigers will aim to regain their momentum in the upcoming series.

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