Nick Martinez, the Stopper: Rays 3, Orioles 1
Martinez, DeLuca, and the big 3 all come up huge to salvage a win in the last series vs Baltimore for 2026
Baltimore, MD - On August 23, 2026, Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Nick Martinez shined as the Rays secured a 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Known as the team's dependable anchor, Martinez delivered yet another clutch performance. Over 6 innings, he recorded a perfect game, allowing just 1 hit, thanks in part to the defensive prowess of Johnny DeLuca.
After trailing early in Toronto, Martinez rebounded and kept the game tied, allowing the Rays' offense to have a chance to score. With 2 outs in the 6th inning, Yandy Garcia started a rally with a sharp groundball single. Aramis Garcia followed with a grounder, and a wild pitch allowed Junior Caminero to score, giving the Rays a 1-0 lead.
Junior Caminero then added another run with a base hit, and Chandler Simpson drove in the 3rd run with a hustle slide, scoring Caminero. With strong pitching, timely hitting, and defense, the Rays clinched the victory, with Bryan Baker contributing to the win as he secured his 37th save of the season.
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