What happened: Junior Caminero hit his 40th home run of the season on a game-ending swing, making him the first player in Tampa Bay Rays The Dominican Republic native reached the milestone while helping Tampa Bay secure a 2026 Postseason berth.
Why it matters: The production anchors the lineup for a Tampa Bay club that has already captured the 2026 AL East Division title. Caminero remains in a tight race for the American League home run crown.
By the numbers: Caminero is tied for the American League lead with 41 home runs. Tampa Bay holds a 92-61 record this season, scoring 4.6 runs and allowing 4.1 runs per game.
What to watch: Tampa Bay continues its regular-season schedule against the New York Yankees. The game has not started yet, with the New York Yankees leading the series 2-1.