{"id":667348,"date":"2026-04-07T00:24:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T00:24:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/667348\/"},"modified":"2026-04-07T00:24:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T00:24:23","slug":"rays-return-to-tropicana-field-with-6-4-victory-over-cubs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/667348\/","title":{"rendered":"Rays Return to Tropicana Field with 6-4 Victory Over Cubs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=New+Haven%2C+CT&amp;city=New+Haven&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Rays+Return+to+Tropicana+Field+with+6-4+Victory+Over+Cubs&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fct%2Fnew-haven%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F06%2Frays-return-to-tropicana-field-with-6-4-victory-over-cubs%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d4465e88812.jpg\" alt=\"An abstract, expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors, with dynamic brushstrokes and fragmented figures representing the excitement and energy of the Rays' home opener at Tropicana Field.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The Rays&#8217; triumphant return to their home stadium is celebrated with a neon-hued, energetic painting capturing the team&#8217;s dynamic performance.New Haven Today<\/p>\n<p>The Tampa Bay Rays celebrated their return to Tropicana Field with a 6-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Monday. Cedric Mullins, Mexican-born Jonathan Aranda, and Dominican Junior Caminero all hit home runs to power the Rays to the win.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Rays&#8217; return to their home stadium after playing elsewhere during renovations is an important milestone for the franchise and its loyal fanbase. The team&#8217;s ability to win in their first game back at Tropicana Field is a positive sign as they look to build momentum for the rest of the season.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>The Rays jumped out to an early lead, with Mullins, Aranda, and Caminero each hitting solo home runs in the first few innings. The Cubs mounted a late comeback attempt, but the Rays&#8217; bullpen was able to hold on for the victory.<\/p>\n<p>      The game was played on Monday, April 6, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Cedric Mullins<\/p>\n<p>An outfielder for the Tampa Bay Rays.<\/p>\n<p>Jonathan Aranda<\/p>\n<p>A Mexican-born infielder for the Tampa Bay Rays.<\/p>\n<p>Junior Caminero<\/p>\n<p>A Dominican outfielder for the Tampa Bay Rays.<\/p>\n<p>Chicago Cubs<\/p>\n<p>The opposing team that lost to the Tampa Bay Rays.<\/p>\n<p>Tampa Bay Rays<\/p>\n<p>The home team that won the game against the Chicago Cubs.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=New+Haven%2C+CT&amp;city=New+Haven&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Rays+Return+to+Tropicana+Field+with+6-4+Victory+Over+Cubs&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fct%2Fnew-haven%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F06%2Frays-return-to-tropicana-field-with-6-4-victory-over-cubs%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cIt was great to be back home and get a win in front of our fans. The energy in the stadium was electric.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Cedric Mullins, Rays Outfielder<\/p>\n<p>            What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The Rays will look to build on this win as they continue their homestand at Tropicana Field.<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The Rays&#8217; victory in their first game back at their home stadium is a positive sign for the team and its fans, who are eager to see the team succeed in their familiar surroundings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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