Tampa Bay Rays vs Los Angeles Angels MLB Recap Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 6, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 6, 2025 ,

MLB Recap: Tampa Bay Rays vs Los Angeles Angels – 8/5/25

The Tampa Bay Rays played against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on August 5, 2025. The Rays won the game with a score of 7-3. This win improved their record to 55-59, while the Angels’ record dropped to 55-58.

Ryan Pepiot was the winning pitcher for the Rays. He pitched for 5.67 innings, allowing 5 hits and 3 runs. Brandon Lowe had a strong performance, contributing 2 RBIs with a home run. José Soriano took the loss for the Angels, giving up 7 runs over 4 innings.

The Tampa Bay Rays scored all their runs in the fourth inning. They put up seven runs, taking a strong lead. The Angels had no runs until the fifth inning. In the fifth inning, the Angels scored two runs. They added one more run in the sixth inning. The game ended with the Rays winning 7-3.

Ryan Pepiot was the winning pitcher for the Rays. He pitched 5.67 innings, allowing five hits and three runs, with two of those runs being earned. Pepiot also struck out six batters and gave up one home run. His performance helped the Rays secure the win against the Angels.

On the batting side for the Rays, Brandon Lowe stood out with a home run and two RBIs. He also scored a run and took a walk. Jake Mangum contributed with two RBIs, adding to the Rays’ big fourth inning where they scored all seven of their runs.

For the Angels, José Soriano took the loss. He pitched four innings, allowing seven runs on seven hits. Jo Adell was a key player for the Angels, hitting a home run and driving in all three of the team’s runs. Despite his efforts, the Angels couldn’t overcome the deficit.

What’s Next

The Rays and Angels are both in fourth place in their divisions. The Rays improved their record to 55-59 after defeating the Angels. This win helps them stay competitive in the East division. Meanwhile, the Angels now hold a record of 55-58. They remain fourth in the West division. Both teams are close in standings, highlighting the importance of each game as the season progresses.

The Tampa Bay Rays will continue their series against the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. The game will take place at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, and the first pitch is scheduled for 4:07 PM. Following this, the Rays will head to Seattle to start a new series against the Mariners on Friday, August 8, 2025.

The Los Angeles Angels will also be playing against the Rays on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at home. After wrapping up their series with the Rays, the Angels will travel to Detroit to face the Tigers. Their first game in this new series is on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Comerica Park.

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