That gave Tampa Bay an 8-7 lead before Yandy Diaz doubled and scored on Caminero’s single. Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Freddy Peralta works against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)Liam Hicks launched a grand slam in his Rays debut off rookie Gabriel Hughes to give Peralta a 5-1 lead in the third. The catcher’s 15th homer was the first slam for Tampa Bay this season. Peralta lasted just 3 2/3 innings, allowing seven runs and nine hits.