Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates
The Tampa Bay Rays were 87-59, 1st in the AL East. Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays were outplayed by the Atlanta Braves 1-3 at Truist Park.
Comfortable territory. A 2-run loss last night is the biggest weight on the score. On the plus side, +5 run differential. That margin shows up in the score.
Rays Game on September 11
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Tropicana Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Drew Rasmussen (14-5, 2.88 ERA) vs Miguel Ullola (0-0, 3.86 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Space City Home Network, Rays.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 79°F, Wind 1 mph |
Rays Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays were outplayed by the Atlanta Braves 1-3 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
Rays Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rays
|
|
87 | 59 | .596 | L1 | |
|
Yankees
|
|
84 | 62 | .575 | 3.0 | W3 |
|
Red Sox
|
|
80 | 67 | .544 | 7.5 | L2 |
|
Blue Jays
|
|
73 | 74 | .497 | 14.5 | L1 |
|
Orioles
|
|
71 | 76 | .483 | 16.5 | W1 |
Tampa Bay Rays are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +5 run differential.
Rays Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | .280 | .896 | 93 | |
| 22 | .305 | .841 | 80 | |
| 19 | .277 | .786 | 86 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | 1.61 | 0.91 | 56.0 | |
| 1-0 | 2.27 | 0.84 | 35.2 | |
| 4-2 | 2.44 | 0.90 | 70.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Rays News
The Tampa Bay Rays' recent 7-2 triumph over the Atlanta Braves not only showcased their offensive prowess but also underscored the challenges they face as injuries mount, with 10 players currently on the IL. Junior Caminero and Yandy Díaz continue to shine, but the team's depth is being tested as they chase their 15th series sweep. Despite a solid 87-58 record and the prospect of clinching a postseason spot, yesterday's win merely postponed the celebration as they couldn't seal the deal against Atlanta. Meanwhile, off the field, the Rays are making headlines with their minor league talent, particularly catcher Caden Bodine, who is turning heads with a stunning .344 average this season. As they look to maintain momentum in this crucial stretch, the Rays will need to navigate a tighter roster while keeping their eyes on October.
Rays Upcoming Schedule
The Tampa Bay Rays host the Athletics for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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