The Tampa Bay Rays used a strong start to go into RingCentral Coliseum and pull out a 5-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics in the 2019 American League Wild Card Game on Wednesday night.
Tampa Bay first baseman Yandy Diaz provided his team with an early 1-0 lead by becoming the first player in franchise history to lead off a postseason game with a home run. He didn't stop there, though, as he added another solo shot in the top of the third.
It marks the Rays' first trip to the American League Division Series since 2013, which was also their most recent playoff appearance.