Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates
The Tampa Bay Rays were 7-7, 2nd in the AL East. Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays eked out a win over the New York Yankees 5-4 at Tropicana Field.
The trend line looks fine. They've taken 5 of 7 this week. Moving right along. And the 1-run win last night carries weight here.
Rays Game on April 12
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Tropicana Field |
| First Pitch: | 01:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Drew Rasmussen (0-0, 1.80 ERA) vs Cam Schlittler (2-0, 1.62 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Rays.TV, YES |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 53°F, Wind 9 mph |
Rays Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays eked out a win over the New York Yankees 5-4 at Tropicana Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 0 |
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jonathan Aranda went 0-4 with 2 RBI.
Rays Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Yankees
|
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8 | 6 | .571 | L4 | |
|
Rays
|
|
7 | 7 | .500 | 1.0 | W2 |
|
Orioles
|
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7 | 7 | .500 | 1.0 | W1 |
|
Blue Jays
|
|
6 | 8 | .429 | 2.0 | L1 |
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Red Sox
|
|
5 | 9 | .357 | 3.0 | W1 |
Tampa Bay Rays are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.
Rays Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | .364 | 1.035 | 13 | |
| 3 | .232 | .749 | 14 | |
| 1 | .325 | .857 | 6 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Rays News
In a thrilling 5-4 victory over the New York Yankees, the Rays showcased their resilience, turning what began as a pitcher’s duel into an exhilarating street race. Yandy Díaz continues to dazzle at the plate, fueling the offense while Jonathan Aranda stepped up in clutch moments, proving pivotal in the win. However, the Rays' roster took a hit with Joe Boyle landing on the 15-day injured list due to an elbow strain, further testing their depth. Despite the injury setback, Tampa Bay climbed to second in the division, highlighted by their recent run of 4-3 over the last week. With the promise of Drew Rasmussen returning from family leave for the series finale, the Rays seem to be trending in the right direction, even as they navigate the challenges of a competitive season.
Rays Upcoming Schedule
The Tampa Bay Rays visit the Chicago White Sox for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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