Rays Defeat Pirates in 13-Inning Slugfest

Cedric Mullins' two-run homer in the 13th inning lifts Tampa Bay to victory in rain-soaked game.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 5:25am

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In a marathon game that stretched into extra innings, the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 on Saturday night. Cedric Mullins led off the 13th inning with a two-run home run off Yohan Ramirez to give the Rays the winning edge in the rain-soaked contest.

Why it matters

The victory keeps the Rays in contention in the competitive American League East division race, while the loss is another setback for the struggling Pirates in the National League Central.

The details

Mullins' decisive blast scored the automatic runner on base in the 13th inning, capping a back-and-forth game that featured several lead changes. The teams combined for 15 runs on 25 hits in the marathon affair, which was delayed multiple times due to inclement weather.

  • The game began on Saturday evening at 7:05 PM EDT.
  • Mullins' game-winning home run came in the top of the 13th inning.

The players

Cedric Mullins

An outfielder for the Tampa Bay Rays who hit the decisive two-run home run in the 13th inning.

Yohan Ramirez

A relief pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates who gave up Mullins' game-winning home run in the 13th inning.

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What they’re saying

“That was a gutsy performance by both teams tonight. We knew it was going to be a long one with the rain delays, but I'm proud of the way our guys battled and came through in the end.”

— Kevin Cash, Manager, Tampa Bay Rays

What’s next

The Rays and Pirates will conclude their three-game series on Sunday afternoon at 1:35 PM EDT.

The takeaway

In a season filled with unpredictable weather, this marathon game exemplifies the resilience and determination of both the Rays and Pirates to push through the elements and deliver an exciting extra-inning finish for the fans.