Junior Caminero hits 27th home run to give Tampa Bay Rays early advantage

Caminero hits his 27th home run.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 91 min read

Junior Caminero keeps crushing 😮‍💨 His 27th homer of the season gives the Rays an early lead! https://t.co/UNEcVfN8jx Via @MLB on X

What happened: Junior Caminero hit his 27th home run of the season, establishing an initial lead for the Tampa Bay Rays. The game is currently in progress.

Why it matters: The infielder, who was the first to join the 2026 Home Run Derby field, maintains his offensive pace. The Tampa Bay Rays lead the series 2-1.

By the numbers: Tampa Bay entered the contest holding a 54-36 record alongside a two-game winning streak. The roster has averaged 4.5 runs scored and 4.1 runs allowed throughout the season.

What to watch: The team will attempt to rally from a mid-game deficit in the remaining innings.

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@MLB 2026-07-09T18:45:47.384902+00:00

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