Tampa Bay Rays Clinch Fifth AL East Title
The Tampa Bay Rays clinched their fifth AL East title by defeating the New York Yankees 6-1 at Yankee Stadium.
Raleigh Durham, NC, September 23, 2026 —
The Tampa Bay Rays have secured their fifth American League East title, clinching the division with a 6-1 victory over the New York Yankees. The decisive game took place at Yankee Stadium.
With this win, the Rays add another division championship to their franchise history. This marks their fifth time earning the AL East crown.
The victory over the Yankees, a longtime division rival, underscored the Rays’ consistent performance throughout the season. The final score of 6-1 reflects a strong offensive and defensive showing in the pivotal matchup.
The championship marks a significant achievement for the team, highlighting their sustained success in one of baseball’s most competitive divisions. Further details regarding the game’s specific performance metrics or player highlights were not provided in the summary of this trend.
Story summarized from the original created by LARRY FLEISHER, Associated Press on www.cbs17.com, see more information here.
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