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Rays’ Star Junior Caminero Delivers on Mom’s Birthday Promise

Tampa Bay Rays On SI·Julia Ruocchio·about 2 months ago
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Before the Tampa Bay Rays took on the Chicago White Sox in the final game of their three-game series, third baseman Junior Caminero made a promise to his mom for her birthday. His mom, Yeudy, who was home in the Dominican Republic, celebrated her birthday on Thursday. While Caminero wasn’t able to be with her in person, he made a promise—and made sure to deliver. “Before the game I told her, 'I'll hit a homer for you,’” Caminero said after the game, via Andy Martinez of MLB.com . Not only did Caminero deliver on his promise, but his home run came in a clutch moment late in the game and sparked a three-run rally in the ninth inning. Junior Caminero played hero for Rays against White Sox Apr 16, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero (13) celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Chicago White Sox during the ninth inning at Rate Field.…

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