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The Tampa Bay Rays were 38-25, 1st in the AL East. Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays downed the Boston Red Sox 3-1 at Tropicana Field.

Rays Daily Vibe Check
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a rough stretch

More good than bad right now. The 2-5 record this week is doing most of the damage. On top of that, a -10 run differential over the last 7. The margins are ugly.

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Rays Game on June 09

Opponent:Boston Red Sox (27-37)
Location:Tropicana Field
First Pitch:06:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Nick Martinez (5-2, 2.29 ERA) vs Payton Tolle (3-2, 2.28 ERA)
TV Broadcast:Rays.TV, NESN
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 62°F, Wind 1 mph

Rays Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays downed the Boston Red Sox 3-1 at Tropicana Field.

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Highlights

Rays Record & Standings

AL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Rays
3825.603 W1
Yankees
3926.600 W2
Blue Jays
3235.4788.0 L1
Orioles
3136.4639.0 L3
Red Sox
2737.42211.5 L2

Tampa Bay Rays are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -10 run differential.

Rays Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
2
Yandy Díaz
 12.325.93644
8
Jonathan Aranda
 11.270.83445
13
Junior Caminero
 14.277.87430

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
47
Bryan Baker
 1-02.051.0326.1
18
Shane McClanahan
 6-32.851.1060.0
57
Drew Rasmussen
 5-23.000.9266.0

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
26
Ryan Vilade
 4 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
2
Yandy Díaz
 5 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
57
Drew Rasmussen
 7.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
67
Casey Legumina
 4.2 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games
47
Bryan Baker
 2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games

Rays News

The Tampa Bay Rays snapped a rough stretch with a hard-fought 3-1 victory against the Boston Red Sox, a much-needed win that showcased the resilience of their bullpen. With Steven Matz shifting to a relief role, the Rays' pitching staff got creative, and their depth will get another boost with the addition of veteran outfielder Austin Slater, recently called up from Triple-A Durham. Slater's experience could prove vital as the team navigates upcoming challenges. Despite struggling with runners in scoring position, the Rays managed to secure the win, improving to 38-25 while aiming to reverse their recent trends. They still sit atop the division, but consistency is key as they look to maintain momentum and capitalize on their talent moving forward.

Sources
Three If By Bay, 1 If By Sea: Rays 3, Red Sox 1
DRays Bay
Three If By Bay, 1 If By Sea: Rays 3, Red Sox 1
This game was unnecessarily close for the entire game because the runners in scoring position issues continued, but thankfully, Boston struggled to get anyone into scoring position all night allowing the Rays to score just enough to hold on with a 3-1 victory to open the series at Tropicana Field. The Rays started off with […]
 Game Thread: The arrow is pointing downward
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Game Thread: The arrow is pointing downward
Go Rays!
 Rays To Select Austin Slater
Mlbtraderumors
Rays To Select Austin Slater
1:20pm: The Rays have officially announced Slater’s addition to the roster. Heasley was transferred to the 60-day IL as the corresponding 40-man move. To open an active roster spot, infielder Oliver Dunn has been optioned to Triple-A Durham. 9:55am: The Rays will select the contract of outfielder Austin Slater from Triple-A Durham, reports Marc Topkin […]
 'Matchup nightmares': Bullpen lifts Rays back into win column
MLB.com
'Matchup nightmares': Bullpen lifts Rays back into win column
ST. PETERSBURG -- The Rays had to get creative with their pitching plans on Monday night. This spot in the rotation belonged to Steven Matz, but the veteran left-hander moved to the bullpen on Saturday. The club kept right-hander Mason Englert on the roster in a bulk-inning role, and it
 Rays bolster outfield depth, call up veteran Slater
MLB.com
Rays bolster outfield depth, call up veteran Slater
ST. PETERSBURG -- The Rays added an experienced hitter to their outfield group on Monday, selecting the contract of outfielder Austin Slater from Triple-A Durham before their 3-1 victory over the Red Sox at Tropicana Field. The Rays signed the 33-year-old Slater, who has played parts of 10 seasons in
 Jake Woodford Elects Free Agency
Mlbtraderumors
Jake Woodford Elects Free Agency
The Brewers designated Jake Woodford for assignment on Friday. As of today, he has cleared waivers and rejected an outright assignment in favor of free agency (per Adam McCalvy of MLB.com). Woodford, 29, signed a minor league contract with the Rays this offseason. The deal included an upward mobility clause, which he triggered before Opening […]

Rays Upcoming Schedule

The Tampa Bay Rays visit the Los Angeles Angels for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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