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Tampa Bay Rays vs Oakland Athletics July 1st 2025
The None Athletics will visit the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The game is set to start at 7:05 PM and will be aired on FDSSU. Weather conditions are expected to be warm with a light breeze and broken clouds.
The Athletics, managed by Mark Kotsay, have a season record of 35-52. They are 16 games behind in the AL West. On the other side, the Rays, led by Kevin Cash, hold a 47-38 record and are just one game behind in the AL East. Jeffrey Springs will pitch for the Athletics, while Shane Baz will start for the Rays.
Athletics vs Rays Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: None Athletics vs. Tampa Bay Rays
- Venue: George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL
- Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
- Betting Odds: Rays MoneyLine -171, Athletics MoneyLine +143
The Athletics Can Win If…
The None Athletics recently won against the Tampa Bay Rays, 6-4. Shea Langeliers was a key player, hitting a home run and driving in three runs. Lawrence Butler also contributed with two hits and two RBIs, showing the team’s ability to produce runs.
The Athletics have a solid batting lineup, ranking 9th in the league for batting average at .248. They have hit 105 home runs this season, placing them 8th in that category. With players like Brent Rooker, who has 17 home runs, they have the power to score runs quickly.
Jeffrey Springs will be the starting pitcher for the Athletics. He holds a 4.30 ERA and a 1.24 WHIP, indicating he can keep the game under control. With a balanced mix of strong hitting and reliable pitching, the Athletics have a good chance to win this game.
The Rays Can Win If…
The Tampa Bay Rays are coming off a tough loss to the None Athletics, with a score of 6-4. Despite the loss, Junior Caminero stood out with a home run and two RBIs. Jonathan Aranda also added two hits and an RBI, showing the potential for a strong offensive performance in the next game.
The Rays have a solid batting average of .259, ranking second in the league. They also lead the league in stolen bases with 109, which can disrupt the opposition’s defense. Their ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities gives them a strong chance to win.
Shane Baz will be on the mound for the Rays, with a record of 8-3 and an ERA of 4.37. In a recent game against the Kansas City Royals, Baz pitched eight innings without allowing a run. His performance can be a key factor in securing a win for the Rays in their upcoming game against the None Athletics.
The Lean
The Rays are favored with a moneyline of -171 against the Athletics at +143. The Rays have a better batting average and earned run average, ranking 2nd and 11th respectively. My model projects a Rays win with a score of 5-3, making the Rays a solid pick.
The over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The Athletics have a high earned run average of 5.38, ranked 29th, which may lead to more runs. My model projects a total score of 8 runs. I recommend taking the under in this game.
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A’s Look to Win Series as Jeffrey Springs Faces Former Rays Team
An unlikely hero in his major league debut helped the Oakland Athletics pull off a stunning upset on Monday. Now, the Oakland Athletics will turn to a pitcher with something to prove as they look to win their series against the host Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night.
The Play of the Game
The A’s appeared to be in deep trouble in the eighth inning on Monday, with the Rays about to take the lead. But rookie left fielder Colby Thomas, playing in his first MLB game, threw out a runner at the plate on a perfect one-hop throw to end the inning and keep the game tied. The A’s won it in the ninth with a two-run triple from Lawrence Butler.
“That’s the play of the game,” A’s manager Mark Kotsay said of Thomas’s throw. “For that young man to make that play in his very first game, stay under control and throw a strike says a lot about him.”
Springs’ Reunion
The storyline for Tuesday is all about the A’s starting pitcher, Jeffrey Springs (6-6, 4.30 ERA). The veteran lefty was a key member of the Rays’ rotation from 2021-2024 before being sidelined by Tommy John surgery and subsequently traded to Oakland. This will be his first time facing his old club. The “revenge game” narrative is always a popular topic in our expert betting guide.
A Duel of Hot Hands
Springs will have his hands full, as he faces one of the hottest pitchers in the American League. Rays right-hander Shane Baz (8-3, 4.37 ERA) has won his last three starts and posted a fantastic 3.26 ERA in the month of June. He also dominated the A’s in his only career start against them. This premier pitching matchup will be the top story on the scores and odds board.
Rays Look to Rebound
The Rays are coming off a frustrating loss where their closer, Pete Fairbanks, gave up the lead in the ninth. But the team remains confident. “You’re going to take the loss every now and then,” Fairbanks said. “But we’ll be right back at it.” As two talented MLB teams battle for the series, the focus will be on the emotional start for Jeffrey Springs. To see who our experts think will win, check out our daily MLB picks.
