Series Preview: Blue Jays visit Tropicana Field for first time since September 2024 in showdown with Rays
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Series Preview: Blue Jays visit Tropicana Field for first time since September 2024 in showdown with Rays
The Toronto Blue Jays have experienced several firsts recently, including their first series against the Boston Red Sox and a four-game series against the Minnesota Twins. They are set to play their first road matchup against a division rival, the Tampa Bay Rays, at Tropicana Field. Since April 19th, the Blue Jays have shown improvement with a 9-5 record. However, they are currently seven games behind the New York Yankees, mirroring their record from the previous year. The Rays, having faced challenges, ended the last season with a 77-85 record.
"The Blue Jays have been playing better since April 19th, with an eight-run first inning helping them salvage a series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, leading to a 9-5 record."
"On this day exactly a year ago, the Blue Jays were 16-18, the same record they have heading into Monday's series opener, but now they are seven games behind the Yankees."
"Following the 2024 season, the Tampa Bay area suffered a major hurricane, tragically taking the lives of 45 people and damaging Tropicana Field."
"The Rays had a respectable start to their 2025 season but faltered in the summer, ultimately finishing with a 77-85 record."
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