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Yankees Drop To AL-Worst 5-9 With Loss To Rays

NEW YORK (AP) — Sluggish to start their AL title defense, the Tampa Bay Rays have found their bearings in the Bronx.

“This venue can motivate you really quick,” manager Kevin Cash said.

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Manuel Margot hit a tiebreaking two-run homer, Tyler Glasnow overcame cramps and poor control to pitch five innings of one-run ball and the Rays held off the struggling New York Yankees 6-3 Saturday.

The Rays won their second straight in this series after enduring a 3-8 stretch, improving to 7-8 overall.