MIAMI – For only one run being scored over more than three hours of play, the Rays had to lot to unpack as they packed for New York with their lead in the AL East intact following a 1-0 win over the cross-state Marlins.
Indicative of how it’s been going for them lately, rookie catcher Anthony Bemboom, who had every reason to celebrate after rapping his first major-league hit to drive in the only run, was one of three players who were injured during the game. And, potentially, most seriously as the Rays improved to 26-15, just ahead of the Yankees, who swept a doubleheader from the Orioles.