Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates
The Tampa Bay Rays were 12-11, 2nd in the AL East. Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays were dismantled by the Cincinnati Reds 6-12 at Tropicana Field.
A difficult stretch, and the score shows it. Dropping one by 6 last night stings. Making it worse, slipped from 1th to 2th in the division.
Rays Game on April 22
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Tropicana Field |
| First Pitch: | 01:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Nick Martinez (0-1, 2.45 ERA) vs Brandon Williamson (2-1, 4.35 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Reds.TV, Rays.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 48°F, Wind 5 mph |
Rays Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Rays were dismantled by the Cincinnati Reds 6-12 at Tropicana Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 10 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jonny DeLuca went 1-4 with 2 RBI.
- Jonathan Aranda went 1-3 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
Rays Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Yankees
|
|
14 | 9 | .609 | W4 | |
|
Rays
|
|
12 | 11 | .522 | 2.0 | L3 |
|
Orioles
|
|
11 | 13 | .458 | 3.5 | L1 |
|
Blue Jays
|
|
10 | 13 | .435 | 4.0 | W3 |
|
Red Sox
|
|
9 | 14 | .391 | 5.0 | L1 |
Tampa Bay Rays are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -10 run differential.
Rays Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | .322 | .891 | 17 | |
| 4 | .229 | .778 | 19 | |
| 2 | .298 | .838 | 13 |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Rays News
The Tampa Bay Rays experienced a stark reality check, suffering a dismal 12-2 loss to the Reds, a result that raises doubts about their recent six-game win streak being a mere flash in the pan. The team’s defense was uncharacteristically shaky, and now they're left reeling with the news that Mason Englert has joined the injured list, further straining an already beleaguered roster. With a record of 12-10, the Rays' position in the AL East has become increasingly precarious, as they slip from first to second in the division standings. The challenges ahead aren't just in the form of injuries, they also face a fierce division filled with playoff contenders. As disappointment looms, the Rays need to regroup quickly, especially with another game on the schedule against Cincinnati. It’s time to turn the tide before this season spirals further down.
Rays Upcoming Schedule
The Tampa Bay Rays host the Minnesota Twins for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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