The Tampa Bay Rays played against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park on August 13, 2025. The Rays came out on top with a score of 8–2. This win improved their record to 58-63, placing them 4th in the AL East, while the Athletics fell to 54-68, remaining 5th in the AL West.

Drew Rasmussen was the winning pitcher for the Rays, bringing his season record to 9-5 with a 2.66 ERA. Key performances included José Caminero, who hit a home run and drove in three runs, and Brandon Lowe, who also hit a home run and had two RBIs. The game was played under clear skies with temperatures reaching 100 degrees.

The Rays started strong with four runs in the first inning. They added two more in the second inning, making it 6-0. The Athletics scored their first run in the third inning, bringing the score to 6-1. In the fifth inning, the Athletics added one more run, making it 6-2. The Rays scored two more runs in the ninth inning, sealing their win at 8-2. The Rays had 12 hits, while the Athletics managed four.

Drew Rasmussen led the Rays with six innings on the mound. He allowed only three hits and one earned run while striking out five. Rasmussen’s performance earned him the win, improving his record to 9-5 with a 2.66 ERA.

For the Rays’ offense, Junior Caminero had an impressive game. He hit two doubles and a home run, driving in three runs. Brandon Lowe also contributed with a home run and two RBIs.

On the Athletics’ side, J.T. Ginn struggled on the mound, giving up six runs in just two innings. Lawrence Butler was a standout for the Athletics, hitting a home run and bringing in one RBI. Despite these efforts, the Athletics couldn’t keep up with the Rays’ strong performance.

 

What’s Next

The Rays improved their record to 58-63 with their win over the Athletics. They are in 4th place in the East division. This victory helps them inch closer to moving up in the standings. On the other hand, the Athletics fell to 54-68 and remain in 5th place in the West division. This game adds another loss to their record as they try to improve their position. The Rays and Athletics have different challenges ahead as they look to finish their seasons strong.

The Tampa Bay Rays will start a new series against the San Francisco Giants. The first game is on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 10:15 PM at Oracle Park. The series continues through the weekend, with games on Saturday and Sunday.

The Oakland Athletics will face the Los Angeles Angels next. This series begins on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 10:05 PM at Sutter Health Park. The Athletics will play three games against the Angels over the weekend.

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