August 18, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays: Game Time, TV Channel and Probable Pitchers

Check the Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays matchup with start time, TV and streaming listings, probable pitchers, venue, score status and same-date MLB games.

6:40 PM ETStart time
FinalStatus
Rays.TV, SportsnetTV
Tropicana FieldVenue

Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays Game Summary

A quick matchup view with teams, score status, first pitch time and local-time conversion.
Final 10-5 Tue, Aug 18 · 6:40 PM ET
Tampa Bay Rays 5 75-50

Linescore

Runs by inning with final runs, hits and errors.
Team123456789RHE
TOR20222020010170
TB0003000205131
W: José Soriano L: Nick Martinez
Show inning-by-inning hits, errors and runners left on base
InningTOR RHELeft On BaseTB RHELeft On Base
1st 2301 0000
2nd 0101 0001
3rd 2201 0302
4th 2302 3401
5th 2301 0201
6th 0001 0000
7th 2200 0101
8th 0102 2311
9th 0202 0000

Toronto Blue Jays vs Tampa Bay Rays Game Highlights

Saved YouTube results followed by official MLB recaps, condensed games and key plays.

Game Info: Date, Time and Venue

DateAugust 18, 2026
Time6:40 PM ET
VenueTropicana Field
Game TypeRegular Season
SeriesRegular Season · Game 1 of 3
Day/Nightnight
Attendance12,387
Game Duration2h 44m
First Pitch2026-08-18T22:40:00.000Z
Game Data RefreshedAug 22, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays vs Tampa Bay Rays Probable Pitchers

TORJosé Soriano
Stats10-6 · ERA 3.23 · 136 SO · WHIP 1.26 · 139.1 IP
TBNick Martinez
Stats12-4 · ERA 3.05 · 83 SO · WHIP 1.14 · 141.2 IP

TV Channel and Streaming

Rays.TV TV · EN · home · Streaming
Sportsnet TV · EN · away · Streaming
SN590 THE FAN AM · EN · away · Streaming
WDAE 95.7 FM AM · EN · home · Streaming
WQBN/1300AM AM · ES · home · Streaming

Scoring Plays

Every run-scoring play in game order.
Top 1 · Single1-0

George Springer singles on a line drive to center fielder Cedric Mullins. Alejandro Kirk scores.

RBI: 1 Batter: George Springer Pitcher: Nick Martinez
Top 1 · Double2-0

Jesús Sánchez doubles (16) on a fly ball to left fielder Chandler Simpson. George Springer scores.

RBI: 1 Batter: Jesús Sánchez Pitcher: Nick Martinez
Top 3 · Home Run4-0

Alejandro Kirk homers (6) on a fly ball to left center field. Nathan Lukes scores.

RBI: 2 Batter: Alejandro Kirk Pitcher: Nick Martinez
Top 4 · Single5-0

Alejandro Kirk singles on a ground ball to second baseman Richie Palacios. Ernie Clement scores. Brett Bateman to 3rd.

RBI: 1 Batter: Alejandro Kirk Pitcher: Nick Martinez
Top 4 · Walk6-0

George Springer walks.

RBI: 0 Batter: George Springer Pitcher: Nick Martinez
Bottom 4 · Single6-3

Taylor Walls singles on a ground ball to center fielder Brett Bateman. Cedric Mullins scores. Richie Palacios scores.

RBI: 2 Batter: Taylor Walls Pitcher: José Soriano
Top 5 · Home Run7-3

Kazuma Okamoto homers (25) on a fly ball to left center field.

RBI: 1 Batter: Kazuma Okamoto Pitcher: Steven Matz
Top 5 · Single8-3

Brett Bateman singles on a line drive to left fielder Chandler Simpson. Ernie Clement scores.

RBI: 1 Batter: Brett Bateman Pitcher: Steven Matz
Top 7 · Home Run10-3

Josh Smith homers (3) on a line drive to right field. Ernie Clement scores.

RBI: 2 Batter: Josh Smith Pitcher: Jesse Scholtens
Bottom 8 · Sac Fly10-4

Cedric Mullins out on a sacrifice fly to left fielder Myles Straw. Yandy Díaz scores. Liam Hicks to 3rd.

RBI: 1 Batter: Cedric Mullins Pitcher: Matt Waldron
Bottom 8 · Sac Fly10-5

Richie Palacios out on a sacrifice fly to left fielder Myles Straw. Liam Hicks scores.

RBI: 1 Batter: Richie Palacios Pitcher: Matt Waldron

Toronto Blue Jays Box Score

OrderBattersPOSABRH2B3BHRRBIBBSOStolen Bases
1
Brett Bateman#21
CF6120001011
2
Nathan Lukes#38
RF5110000120
3
Alejandro Kirk#30
C6231013000
4
George Springer#4
DH4131001111
5
Jesús Sánchez#12
LF3011001110
5
Myles Straw#3
LF1000000000
6
Kazuma Okamoto#7
1B5110011010
7
Andrés Giménez#0
SS5010000000
8
Ernie Clement#22
2B5330000000
9
Josh Smith#9
3B4120012010
PitchersIPHRERBBSOHRPitches / Strikes
José Soriano#40
5.293302091 / 54
Mason Fluharty#68
0.10000002 / 2
Matt Waldron#64
2.042201026 / 17
Spencer Miles#62
1.000000010 / 7

Tampa Bay Rays Box Score

OrderBattersPOSABRH2B3BHRRBIBBSOStolen Bases
1
Chandler Simpson#14
LF5020000000
2
Junior Caminero#13
3B5020000000
3
Jonathan Aranda#8
1B5010000020
4
Yandy Díaz#2
DH4120000000
5
Liam Hicks#34
C4110000000
6
Victor Mesa Jr.#25
RF0000000000
6
Ryan Vilade#26
RF3120000000
7
Cedric Mullins#31
CF3110001000
8
Richie Palacios#1
2B3110001000
9
Taylor Walls#6
SS4010002010
PitchersIPHRERBBSOHRPitches / Strikes
Jesse Scholtens#65
4.052212158 / 40
Nick Martinez#28
3.296625182 / 56
Steven Matz#32
1.132200117 / 14

How to Use This MLB Game Page

Designed for fans checking a single matchup before or during game day.

Check first pitch and local time

The main time is listed in Eastern Time. A local-time conversion appears when UTC start time data is available.

Confirm the TV channel

The TV and Streaming section shows loaded broadcast labels. Availability can vary by market, provider and subscription.

Compare probable pitchers

Probable pitchers and available season stats are shown for both teams, but assignments can change before first pitch.

Jump to related schedules

Use team links, the date schedule link and same-date games to keep browsing without leaving the MLB schedule tool.

More MLB Games on August 18, 2026

Other games loaded for the same date, with TV listings, probable pitchers and game details.
Date / Time Matchup Status TV / Streaming Probable Pitchers Venue Links
Tue, Aug 18 6:35 PM ET
Final
MASNYES
NYY: Carlos Rodón
4-2 · ERA 3.22 · 56 SO · WHIP 1.23 · 50.1 IP
BAL: Shane Baz
4-13 · ERA 4.02 · 132 SO · WHIP 1.35 · 145.2 IP
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Tue, Aug 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
Rays.TVSportsnet
TOR: José Soriano
10-6 · ERA 3.23 · 136 SO · WHIP 1.26 · 139.1 IP
TB: Nick Martinez
12-4 · ERA 3.05 · 83 SO · WHIP 1.14 · 141.2 IP
Tropicana Field
Tue, Aug 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
Detroit SportsNetSportsNet Pittsburgh
DET: Keider Montero
9-8 · ERA 3.30 · 89 SO · WHIP 1.00 · 133.2 IP
PIT: Braxton Ashcraft
13-5 · ERA 3.68 · 159 SO · WHIP 1.08 · 149.1 IP
PNC Park
Tue, Aug 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & GarciaNBCSP
MIA: Cade Gibson
2-0 · ERA 5.45 · 31 SO · WHIP 1.51 · 36.1 IP
PHI: Zack Wheeler
10-4 · ERA 2.92 · 144 SO · WHIP 1.01 · 120.1 IP
Citizens Bank Park
Tue, Aug 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
Guardians.TV Presented by ProgressiveNBCS BA
SF: Carson Whisenhunt
3-4 · ERA 7.03 · 23 SO · WHIP 1.84 · 32.0 IP
CLE: Foster Griffin
14-4 · ERA 3.18 · 131 SO · WHIP 1.11 · 144.1 IP
Progressive Field
Tue, Aug 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365Reds.TV
STL: Kyle Leahy
10-4 · ERA 3.24 · 111 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 122.1 IP
CIN: Andrew Abbott
6-8 · ERA 4.07 · 108 SO · WHIP 1.40 · 139.1 IP
Great American Ball Park
Tue, Aug 18 7:10 PM ET
Final
Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego HealthSNY
SD: Robbie Ray
11-7 · ERA 3.20 · 117 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 137.2 IP
NYM: Zac Thornton
3-4 · ERA 3.04 · 36 SO · WHIP 1.13 · 50.1 IP
Citi Field
Tue, Aug 18 7:10 PM ET
Final
DBACKS.TVNESN
AZ: Merrill Kelly
8-11 · ERA 5.37 · 84 SO · WHIP 1.52 · 129.0 IP
BOS: Ranger Suarez
5-3 · ERA 3.41 · 113 SO · WHIP 1.18 · 113.1 IP
Fenway Park
Tue, Aug 18 7:40 PM ET
Final
BravesVisionFOX9 KMSPGray Media
ATL: Tyler Mahle
4-10 · ERA 4.53 · 108 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 113.1 IP
MIN: Zebby Matthews
7-8 · ERA 5.12 · 81 SO · WHIP 1.33 · 96.2 IP
Target Field
Tue, Aug 18 7:40 PM ET
Final
Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi SportsbookMariners.TV
SEA: Bryce Miller
4-7 · ERA 3.71 · 87 SO · WHIP 1.04 · 89.2 IP
MIL: Kyle Harrison
10-3 · ERA 2.84 · 122 SO · WHIP 1.11 · 98.1 IP
American Family Field
Tue, Aug 18 7:40 PM ET
Final
NBCSCARoyals.TV
ATH: Brady Basso
0-0 · ERA 3.91 · 19 SO · WHIP 1.35 · 23.0 IP
KC: Daniel Lynch IV
4-4 · ERA 2.83 · 41 SO · WHIP 1.02 · 54.0 IP
Kauffman Stadium
Tue, Aug 18 8:05 PM ET
Final
Nationals.TVRangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive
WSH: Jackson Kent
0-1 · ERA 9.39 · 9 SO · WHIP 2.48 · 7.2 IP
TEX: Cal Quantrill
5-4 · ERA 3.13 · 54 SO · WHIP 1.15 · 77.2 IP
Globe Life Field
Tue, Aug 18 8:05 PM ET
Final
TBSChicago Sports NetworkMarquee Sports Network
CWS: Bryan Hudson
3-4 · ERA 3.42 · 51 SO · WHIP 1.29 · 52.2 IP
CHC: Kevin Gausman
6-11 · ERA 4.58 · 143 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 143.1 IP
Wrigley Field
Tue, Aug 18 8:10 PM ET
Final
ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort CasinoSpace City Home Network
LAA: George Klassen
2-1 · ERA 3.74 · 21 SO · WHIP 1.62 · 21.2 IP
HOU: Cristian Javier
1-4 · ERA 6.44 · 30 SO · WHIP 1.68 · 36.1 IP
Daikin Park
Tue, Aug 18 8:40 PM ET
Final
Rockies.TVSportsNet LA
LAD: Eric Lauer
8-6 · ERA 4.79 · 69 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 103.1 IP
COL: Ryan Feltner
5-7 · ERA 5.97 · 64 SO · WHIP 1.53 · 92.0 IP
Coors Field

Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays FAQ

Common questions for this MLB matchup.

What time is Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays?

The listed start time is 6:40 PM ET. Times are shown in Eastern Time.

What channel is Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays on?

The current TV listing is Rays.TV, Sportsnet. Broadcast and streaming availability can vary by market.

Who are the probable pitchers?

The listed probable pitchers are José Soriano and Nick Martinez. Probable starters can change before first pitch.

Where is the game being played?

The listed venue is Tropicana Field.