Baltimore Orioles vs. Tampa Bay Rays: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 7, 2024

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Jun 7, 2024 6:11 AM
The Baltimore Orioles, riding high with a 39-22 record, head to Tropicana Field to take on the Tampa Bay Rays, who sit at 31-31, on Friday, June 7th at 6:50 PM. The O's have been dominant on the road, posting an 18-10 record, while the Rays have struggled at home, holding a 17-18 mark. The Orioles lead the regular season series 2-1, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.
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Orioles vs Rays starting pitchers

  • Aaron Civale for Tampa Bay Rays
  • Cole Irvin for Baltimore Orioles

Orioles vs Rays statistics

Stat Orioles Rays
Hits 511 (14th) 490 (18th)
Batting Average .248 (8th) .236 (19th)
Runs Batted In 297 (3rd) 230 (23rd)
Runs 306 (Tied-3rd) 248 (23rd)
Home Runs 92 (Tied-1st) 48 (Tied-27th)
Walks 163 (28th) 196 (Tied-13th)
Stolen Bases 43 (12th) 61 (5th)
Strikeouts 478 (25th) 554 (7th)
Pitches 8700 (25th) 9312 (4th)

Tampa Bay Rays recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/5/24 @ Miami Marlins W 5-3
6/4/24 @ Miami Marlins W 9-5
6/2/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 4-3
6/1/24 @ Baltimore Orioles L 9-5
5/31/24 @ Baltimore Orioles L 3-1

Baltimore Orioles recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/6/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays L 6-5
6/5/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays L 3-2
6/4/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays W 10-1
6/3/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays W 7-2
6/2/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays L 4-3

Orioles vs Rays predictions

For the Baltimore Orioles, eyes will likely be on Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman. Henderson has been crushing it with 19 home runs this season, and his dynamic play could definitely spark some big moments in the upcoming game. On the other hand, Rutschman's equally impressive performance, boasting a .307 batting average and 43 RBIs, suggests he'll continue to be a critical asset both at the plate and behind it. Given their recent performances, we could expect Henderson to drive in a few crucial runs, while Rutschman might land a couple of hits that set up scoring opportunities. These players are likely to be keystones in the Orioles' strategy against the Rays.

Switching gears to the Tampa Bay Rays, Randy Arozarena and Isaac Paredes are poised to make significant impacts. Arozarena, with his .613 projected runs and strong hitting capabilities, could be a game-changer if he maintains his momentum. Meanwhile, Paredes, leading his team with a .298 batting average and 10 homers, is expected to continue his solid performance. His ability to consistently get on base and drive in runs will be vital for the Rays as they look to counter the Orioles' strong lineup. Their contributions at the plate will be crucial, especially in clutch situations.

Predicting a winner in baseball can always be a bit of a dice roll, but given the current form and the statistical strengths, the Orioles look to have a slight edge. Their more robust batting and consistent run-scoring ability could prove troublesome for the Rays. Moreover, the Orioles' lead in the regular-season series and their road record this year suggest they are more than capable of handling pressure situations away from home. All signs point to a tight contest, but the Orioles might just have enough firepower to clinch the win in this match-up.

Tampa Bay Rays injuries

  • Logan Driscoll (C): Day-To-Day
  • Colin Poche (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Taylor Walls (3B): 60-Day-IL
  • Michael Gomez (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Jeffrey Springs (SP): 60-Day-IL

Baltimore Orioles injuries

  • Austin Hays (LF): Day-To-Day
  • Jorge Mateo (2B): 7-Day IL
  • Dean Kremer (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Nate Webb (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Felix Bautista (RP): 60-Day-IL

Orioles vs Rays game info

Venue Tropicana Field
Location St. Petersburg, Florida
First pitch Fri 6:50 PM
Temperature 89°
Chance of Rain 34%

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