Jonathan Aranda’s walk-off infield single spoils Jose Caballero’s heroic efforts in Yankees’ loss to Rays
By Fiifi Frimpong
Published on April 12, 2026.
The Yankees lost 5-4 to Tampa Bay in a game at Tropicana Field, marking their fourth consecutive loss. The game ended in a walk-off in the 10th inning, with Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda scoring the winning run with an RBI infield single. This came after Jose Caballero's go-ahead RBI single put the Yankees ahead in the top 10th, but the Rays' speed on the bases was instrumental in defeating the team. Despite a strong start from Rays' Max Fried, the team's poor performance led to an early, anemic offense and a series sweep for the Yankees. The Yankees are now facing a series series sweep on Sunday, with Cam Schlittler taking the mound against Tampa Bay's Drew Rasmussen.
Read Original Article