On July 18, 2025, at George M. Steinbrenner Field, the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Baltimore Orioles with a score of 11–1. The game saw the Rays improve their season record to 50-47, placing them 4th in the AL East. Meanwhile, the Orioles dropped to 43-52, remaining in 5th place in the division. Taj Bradley was the winning pitcher for the Rays, delivering six innings with no runs allowed. Yandy Díaz had a standout performance, contributing four RBIs to the team’s victory. His efforts included a home run, helping the Rays secure their win. The Tampa Bay Rays started strong against the Baltimore Orioles, scoring three runs in the first inning. They added another run in the second and one more in the third, setting the tone early. The game remained quiet until the sixth inning when the Rays exploded with six more runs, bringing their total to 11. The Orioles struggled to get on the board, remaining scoreless until the ninth inning. They managed to score one run, but it was not enough to challenge the Rays. The final score was 11-1, with the Rays securing a decisive win.

Taj Bradley led the Rays on the mound with a strong performance. He pitched six innings, allowing only three hits and no runs. Bradley struck out six batters, securing the win and improving his record to 5-6 with a 4.60 ERA.

Yandy Díaz was key for the Rays’ offense, going 3-for-4 with a home run and four RBIs. He also scored three runs and drew a walk. Junior Caminero also contributed significantly, with three hits, including a home run, and four RBIs.

For the Orioles, Charlie Morton took the loss, pitching 5.1 innings and giving up seven runs on eight hits. Gunnar Henderson was notable for the Orioles with two hits, including a double and a triple. Ramón Laureano drove in the Orioles’ only run of the game.

What’s Next

The Rays’ win over the Orioles brings their record to 50-47, placing them 4th in the East. They are working to climb higher in the standings. This game adds a win to their record, helping them stay competitive. For the Orioles, their loss drops them to 43-52, keeping them in 5th place in the East. They need more wins to move up in the standings. This game highlights the gap between them and the Rays in their division.

The Baltimore Orioles will continue their series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Their next game is on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 7:05 PM at George M. Steinbrenner Field. The series will wrap up on Sunday, July 20, 2025, with a game at 12:10 PM. After this series, the Orioles will face the Cleveland Guardians starting Monday, July 21, 2025.

The Tampa Bay Rays will continue their current series with the Baltimore Orioles at home. The next game is set for Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 7:05 PM. The final game of this series is on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at 12:10 PM. Following the Orioles series, the Rays will begin a new series against the Chicago White Sox on Monday, July 21, 2025.

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