Rays Rally Late to Defeat Angels, 8-3

On June 14, 2026, in Anaheim, California, the Tampa Bay Rays managed to prevent a series sweep by the Los Angeles Angels, clinching an 8-3 victory at Angel Stadium. The game saw a pivotal moment in the eighth inning when the Rays transformed a 3-3 deadlock into a commanding lead, thanks to a five-run outburst that featured home runs from Junior Caminero and Mesa Jr.

The Rays utilized a total of six pitchers throughout the contest, as it was designated as a bullpen day for the team. Starting pitcher Legumina began the game and pitched 1.2 innings, allowing one run while striking out one. Seymour then took the mound, delivering 3.1 innings and giving up two runs, while also striking out three batters. The final four innings were covered by Kelly, Kimbrel, Cleavinger, and Baker, who collectively kept the Angels scoreless and racked up seven strikeouts.

Before the decisive eighth inning, Tampa Bay had already scored three runs. In the third inning, Chandler Simpson’s single brought home Mesa Jr. and Aranda, putting the Rays ahead 2-1. The following frame saw Williamson hit his first home run of the season, extending the lead to 3-1. However, the Angels responded, tying the game in the fifth.

The eighth inning began with a leadoff walk issued to Mullins by Angels pitcher Sam Bachman, who had replaced Brent Suter. Caminero then launched a home run to left field, marking his fifteenth of the season. With one out, Palacios doubled and later scored on a two-out RBI single from Feduccia. Mesa Jr. capped off the inning with his second home run of the year, bringing the Rays’ total to eight runs.

The final score remained 8-3, with the Rays finishing the game with 11 hits and four walks, while striking out only four times. Notable performances included Arana, Mullins, and Mesa Jr., each contributing two hits. The Rays will next face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, with Nick Martinez slated to pitch against Eric Lauer. Both teams are currently holding strong records, setting up an exciting series ahead.