Simpson and Caminero lead Rays past Red Sox 8-4 for 7th consecutive victory
TL;DR
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Boston Red Sox 8-4, marking their seventh consecutive victory. Chandler Simpson's two-run single and Junior Caminero's ninth-inning homer were key highlights of the game.
Key points
- Rays won 8-4 against Red Sox
- Chandler Simpson hit a two-run single
- Junior Caminero hit a two-run homer
- Rays have won seven consecutive games
- Yandy Díaz achieved his 1,000th career hit
Up next
The teams play the second game of a four-game series Friday night. Tampa Bay RHP Jesse Scholtens (3-1, 3.18 ERA) opposes Boston LHP Connelly Early (2-2, 3.79). \\\_ AP MLB:
Q&A
What was the final score of the Rays vs Red Sox game on Thursday?
The final score was Tampa Bay Rays 8, Boston Red Sox 4.
Who were the standout players in the Rays' victory over the Red Sox?
Chandler Simpson and Junior Caminero were standout players, with Simpson hitting a two-run single and Caminero hitting a two-run homer.
What is the Rays' current winning streak after their game against the Red Sox?
The Rays are on a seven-game winning streak following their victory over the Red Sox.