The Baltimore Orioles edged out the Tampa Bay Rays with a 6-5 win at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The game took place on September 25, 2025. Keegan Akin earned the win, improving his record to 4-4 with a 3.52 ERA.
Ryan Mountcastle stood out for the Orioles, hitting a home run and driving in two runs. The Rays had a solid effort from their lineup, collecting 15 hits, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Orioles. The loss dropped the Rays to a 77-81 record for the season.
The game between the Orioles and the Rays was tight from start to finish. The Rays took an early lead in the third inning with three runs. The Orioles answered back with a run in the third and another in the fifth, keeping the game close. In the sixth inning, the Rays added two more runs, increasing their lead to 5-2. However, the Orioles came alive in the eighth, scoring three runs to tie the game. They sealed the win in the ninth with one final run, ending the game at 6-5. Keegan Akin was the winning pitcher for the Orioles. He pitched one inning without allowing a hit or a run. His performance helped secure the win for the Orioles. Kevin Kelly took the loss for the Rays. He gave up two runs in just one-third of an inning. Ryan Mountcastle and Coby Mayo were key players for the Orioles. Both hit home runs and drove in two runs each. Their contributions were vital to the team’s win. Dylan Beavers also added a home run, driving in one run and scoring twice. For the Rays, Chris Morel had two RBIs. He was one of the standout hitters, along with Tristan Gray and Junior Caminero. Gray and Caminero both had two hits. Despite their efforts, the Rays fell short in the end.
What’s Next
The Orioles’ win over the Rays brings their record to 74-84, keeping them in 5th place in the East. This victory helps them close the gap slightly with the Rays. The Rays, now at 77-81, remain in 4th place in the same division. This win gives the Orioles a positive note to end their season. Both teams have struggled this year. The Orioles and Rays will look to improve next season, aiming for higher standings in the East.
The Tampa Bay Rays will start a new series against the Toronto Blue Jays. The first game is on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 7:07 PM. This game will take place at Rogers Centre.
The Baltimore Orioles will also begin a new series. They face the New York Yankees on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 7:05 PM. This game will be held at Yankee Stadium.
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Last updated:September 26, 2025 Orioles, Rays