Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates
The Tampa Bay Rays were 55-37, 1st in the AL East. Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Seattle Mariners 7-2 at Tropicana Field.
More good than bad right now. Winning by 5 last night moved the needle. The catch: getting outscored by 6 in a week. That tanks the score.
Rays Game on July 11
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Tropicana Field |
| First Pitch: | 04:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Griffin Jax (4-6, 3.60 ERA) vs Logan Gilbert (7-5, 3.19 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Mariners.TV, Rays.TV |
Rays Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Seattle Mariners 7-2 at Tropicana Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 |
Highlights
- Richie Palacios went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Chandler Simpson went 3-4 with 1 RBI.
- Jonathan Aranda went 3-5.
- Victor Mesa Jr. went 3-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Junior Caminero went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Cedric Mullins went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Rays Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rays
|
|
55 | 37 | .598 | W1 | |
|
Yankees
|
|
52 | 42 | .553 | 4.0 | W2 |
|
Blue Jays
|
|
45 | 49 | .479 | 11.0 | W3 |
|
Red Sox
|
|
44 | 48 | .478 | 11.0 | W7 |
|
Orioles
|
|
44 | 51 | .463 | 12.5 | W2 |
Tampa Bay Rays are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -6 run differential.
Rays Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | .280 | .927 | 59 | |
| 13 | .291 | .842 | 61 | |
| 13 | .321 | .891 | 55 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-0 | 1.73 | 0.83 | 36.1 | |
| 8-5 | 2.83 | 1.13 | 86.0 | |
| 2-2 | 3.71 | 1.28 | 26.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 3 RBI, .583 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .6 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2.4 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Rays News
The Tampa Bay Rays bounced back in style with a decisive 7-2 victory against the Seattle Mariners, showcasing the kind of complete team effort that embodies their success this season. This win was a much-needed tonic following their tumultuous week, where the team struggled to find consistent momentum. Nick Martinez solidified his All-Star credentials, earning his 8th win just hours after receiving the honor, proving he truly belongs among the elite. Junior Caminero is poised for more spotlight as he gears up for the Home Run Derby, adding to the excitement surrounding the Midsummer Classic. With their record now at 55-37, the Rays are not just staying afloat but are also making a statement as they eye the postseason.
Rays Upcoming Schedule
The Tampa Bay Rays visit the Boston Red Sox for a 4-game series starting Friday.
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