Tampa Bay Rays News & Updates
The Tampa Bay Rays were 90-59, 1st in the AL East. The Tampa Bay Rays did not play yesterday.
The foundation feels stable. 5-2 over the last 7. That record does the talking. Factor in +20 run differential. That margin shows up in the score.
Rays Game on September 15
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Tropicana Field |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Griffin Jax (7-10, 3.99 ERA) vs Jack Perkins (3-11, 6.53 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, Rays.TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 62°F, Wind 3 mph |
Rays Score & Recap
The Tampa Bay Rays did not play yesterday.
Rays Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rays
|
|
90 | 59 | .604 | W3 | |
|
Yankees
|
|
87 | 63 | .580 | 3.5 | W2 |
|
Red Sox
|
|
82 | 68 | .547 | 8.5 | W2 |
|
Blue Jays
|
|
75 | 76 | .497 | 16.0 | L1 |
|
Orioles
|
|
73 | 78 | .483 | 18.0 | W1 |
Tampa Bay Rays are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +20 run differential.
Rays Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | .279 | .896 | 95 | |
| 21 | .278 | .800 | 89 | |
| 22 | .301 | .829 | 81 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-2 | 1.54 | 0.91 | 58.1 | |
| 1-0 | 2.27 | 0.84 | 35.2 | |
| 5-2 | 2.38 | 0.90 | 72.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 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 | |
| 4.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Rays News
The Tampa Bay Rays are riding high after a dominant 14-4 victory over the Astros, pushing their record to an impressive 90-59 as they lead the AL East. Brody Hopkins made a dazzling Major League debut, showcasing electric stuff that could solidify his role in the bullpen during the crucial final weeks of the season. Meanwhile, Victor Mesa Jr. was named AL Player of the Week, boasting an eye-popping .636 OBP, proving he's a key cog in this offensive juggernaut. With Drew Rasmussen recognized in the final Cy Young poll, the Rays are not only playing for a division title but also entering the playoff conversation as serious contenders. As the Yankees celebrate their playoff berth, the race for October is heating up, and the Rays are undoubtedly the team to beat.
Rays Upcoming Schedule
The Tampa Bay Rays host the Boston Red Sox for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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