Just when it seemed the Tampa Bay Rays were doomed to blow a multi-run lead for the second night in a row, they clawed their way back, pushing the contest into extra innings. In a dramatic finish, the Rays showed their resilience, overcoming mistakes and capitalizing on clutch performances to secure a thrilling 9-8 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Rays came out swinging at Dodger Stadium, jumping on Clayton Kershaw early and staking an impressive 4-0 lead in the first inning. With Yandy Díaz grounding out to open the game, it seemed like another night of struggle for the 2024 Rays.