The Tampa Bay Rays, who lead the American League, battled the Boston Red Sox in a dramatic extra-inning win at Fenway Park on Labor Day in the first game of the final regular-season series match-up between the two teams. The Rays (87-51) are currently ranked first in the American League …
Read More »Rays Remain Hot, Take Down the Red Sox
Rays Extend their Win Streak The Tampa Bay Rays remain the hottest team in baseball beating the Boston Red Sox 6-1. With a 9-1 record in their last 10 games, it’s easy to see why the Rays hold a 7-game lead on the AL East. The Rays have won 8 …
Read More »Orioles Break 19-Game Losing Streak
The Baltimore Orioles broke their 19-game losing streak after defeating the Los Angeles Angels Wednesday night. They avoided their 20th straight loss with a 10-6 victory, their first win since Aug. 2nd. OrioW1es. pic.twitter.com/TEi6sowJ8W — Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) August 26, 2021 Recap The Angels were up 6-2 in the fourth …
Read More »Rays Beat Phillies; Cruz Returns from COVID-19 Procedures To Propel Win
The Tampa Bay Rays continue to play excellent baseball as Nelson Cruz hit a tiebreaking two-run double in the eighth inning to help the Rays beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 on Tuesday night. Cruz just returned to the lineup after going through COVID-19 procedure and he also played first base …
Read More »Top Five Former Gators Players in the MLB
With the end of the MLB season on the horizon, now is a good time to start reflecting on what players and teams have had a successful 2021 campaign. Several former Gators players have been difference-makers for their teams, but these five, in particular, have shown the brightest. 1. Pete …
Read More »Rays Stay Hot; Miguel Cabrera Reaches 500 Club
The Rays, who currently hold the best overall record in the American League, add more players to their already full injury list. Despite many players out, Tampa Bay shutout the Chicago White Sox 9-0 on Sunday. Rays Continue to Overcome Adversity Injuries do not come as a surprise to the …
Read More »Jonathan India Makes Gator Nation Proud with Reds
Former Gator Jonathan India is having an incredible MLB debut with the Cincinnati Reds. Since his first game in April, the Florida native has hit 11 home runs and knocked home 44 RBI. India also holds a .401 on-base percentage. His impressive performances just earned him National League Rookie of …
Read More »Tampa Bay Rays Take the Top Spot in the AL East
The Tampa Bay Rays are beginning a series against the Seattle Mariners on Monday after sweeping the Boston Red Sox at home in a four game series over the weekend to claim first place in the American League East standings. The Rays currently have a record of 64-42 this season …
Read More »Former Gator Kirby Snead Makes MLB Debut
Normally, we’d say to save the Nintendo jokes for another time. However, the Toronto Blue Jays have fully embraced them, so it’s all fair game. Us ready for all the Kirby content: pic.twitter.com/9OPHhdTvtx — Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) July 26, 2021 Former Gators pitcher Kirby Snead got the call from …
Read More »Ohtani & Rays Shine in MLB All-Star Game
In Atlanta, the home of the Braves, the American League defeated the National League 5-2 in the 2021 All-Star Game. On Tuesday, Los Angelos Angels dual-threat Shoei Ohtani made history, while Gator Mike Zunino hit the scoreboard amidst numerous Tampa Bay Rays contributions. Ohtani Makes History Ohtani became the first …
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