Price, who is regarded by some as the best pitching prospect in baseball, got the final four outs to record his first career save. After Price was called up from the minors he didn’t record a win or a save in the regular season, but has one of each in the 2008 playoffs.

The hitting star for the Rays was Willy Aybar, who went 2-3 with a solo home run and also scored a run in the bottom of the fifth to break a 1-1 tie. On the mound, starting pitcher Matt Garza was amazing. He went seven innings and gave up only two hits and one earned run while striking out nine batters. The only run he gave up to the defending World Series champion Red Sox was a Dustin Pedroia home run in the first inning.

Now the Rays advance to take on the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series. Since the American League won the All-Star Game, the Rays will have home field advantage. The 2008 World Series begins on Wednesday in Tampa Bay.

Here is a video with 2008 ALCS MVP Matt Garza:

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Even though the Rays still lead the series 3-2, it appears as if all the pressure is now on the Rays to advance. Previously, the Rays were able to play free and easy. It will be interesting to see what happens now that the Rays feel pressure — for perhaps the first time all season.

After coming back from an 3-0 deficit against the New York Yankees, the Red Sox have been known as a team that never gives up. Their current situation may seem bleak but it compared to the 3-0 hole they dug out of, it’s a walk in the park.

Will the Tampa Bay Rays be able to beat the Boston Red Sox in Game 6 to advance to the 2008 World Series? Find out on Saturday at 8:07 PM ET.

Here is the highlight video of Game 5 of the Rays versus the Red Sox if you missed it:

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