Dylan Carlson’s 12th-Inning Heroics Lift Rays to Victory and Series Sweep Over Diamondbacks
Dylan Carlson’s clutch RBI single in the 12th inning helps the Tampa Bay Rays secure an 8-7 win and sweep the Arizona Diamondbacks, overcoming a six-run lead.
Bollywood Fever: Dylan Carlson’s crucial RBI single in the 12th inning propelled the Tampa Bay Rays to an 8-7 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday afternoon in St. Petersburg, Fla., completing a thrilling series sweep. Carlson’s liner to left field scored Alex Jackson, handing Diamondbacks pitcher Justin Martinez (5-4) his second loss of the series. Rays pitcher Edwin Uceta (1-0) earned his first career win with a scoreless 12th inning.
Brandon Lowe contributed to the Rays’ offense with two hits, including a two-run homer, while Christopher Morel stepped up with a 2-for-4 performance, including a double and two runs scored after replacing Yandy Diaz, who left the game early due to a left forearm contusion. Jose Caballero added a two-run double, a run, and three stolen bases, further boosting the Rays’ efforts.
Despite Arizona’s Corbin Carroll and Adrian Del Castillo each hitting home runs, with Del Castillo’s three-run shot in the ninth sending the game into extra innings, the Diamondbacks fell short. All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte reinjured his left ankle while pinch-hitting in the ninth inning, adding to Arizona’s woes.
In other MLB action:
Brewers 2, Guardians 0: Colin Rea pitched seven shutout innings, allowing only two hits as the Milwaukee Brewers completed a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Guardians. Rea (11-4) struck out five and didn’t walk a batter. Brice Turang had two hits and scored a run, while closer Jared Koenig secured his first major league save with a perfect ninth inning.
Orioles 4, Red Sox 2: Gunnar Henderson homered for the fourth time in five games, and Albert Suarez delivered six shutout innings as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Boston Red Sox, splitting their four-game series. Suarez (6-4) allowed seven singles and struck out six without issuing a walk.
Dodgers 2, Cardinals 1: Clayton Kershaw (2-2) delivered six scoreless innings, limiting the St. Louis Cardinals to four hits as the Los Angeles Dodgers edged out a 2-1 victory. Michael Kopech earned his 11th save, and Shohei Ohtani hit his National League-leading 39th homer for the Dodgers.
Braves 3, Angels 1: Charlie Morton (7-7) allowed one run and two hits over 5 1/3 innings, helping the Atlanta Braves secure a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Angels. Ramon Laureano homered, and Raisel Iglesias recorded his 26th save for the Braves.
Marlins 3, Mets 2: Derek Hill’s go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning lifted the Miami Marlins to a 3-2 win over the New York Mets, salvaging the finale of their three-game series. Calvin Faucher preserved the win for Andrew Nardi (3-1) with a strong ninth inning.
Nationals 6, Phillies 4: Jacob Young’s go-ahead sacrifice fly in the eighth inning propelled the Washington Nationals to a 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, avoiding a sweep. James Wood added a 417-foot solo homer in the ninth to seal the win.
Rangers 6, Twins 5 (10 innings): Adolis Garcia scored the game-winning run in the 10th inning as the Texas Rangers edged the Minnesota Twins 6-5. Ryan Jeffers had a homer and three RBIs for Minnesota, but their three-game winning streak was snapped.
Royals 8, Reds 1: Brady Singer pitched six shutout innings as the Kansas City Royals completed a dominant three-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds, winning 8-1. Vinnie Pasquantino drove in three runs, and Dairon Blanco homered for the Royals.
Mariners 10, Pirates 3: The Seattle Mariners snapped a five-game losing streak with a 10-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Cal Raleigh hit his 27th homer of the season, and George Kirby (9-9) earned the win with six solid innings.
Astros 2, White Sox 0: Framber Valdez (13-5) recorded his fourth scoreless start of the season, leading the Houston Astros to a 2-0 win over the Chicago White Sox. Yainer Diaz hit a go-ahead homer in the sixth inning, and Josh Hader earned his 27th save.
Rockies 3, Padres 2: Jacob Stallings’ tiebreaking RBI single in the sixth inning lifted the Colorado Rockies to a 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres, securing the series victory.
Blue Jays 1, Cubs 0: Bowden Francis held the Chicago Cubs to three hits over seven innings as the Toronto Blue Jays won 1-0, avoiding a series sweep. Joey Loperfido’s solo homer provided the game’s only run.
Giants 4, Athletics 2 (10 innings): Jerar Encarnacion and Michael Conforto hit back-to-back home runs in the 10th inning, leading the San Francisco Giants to a 4-2 victory over the Oakland Athletics and securing the Bridge Trophy for the season series.
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