Astros vs Rays starting pitchers
- Shane Baz for Tampa Bay Rays
- Yusei Kikuchi for Houston Astros
Astros vs Rays statistics
| Stat |
Astros |
Rays |
| Hits |
1061 (4th) |
914 (26th) |
| Batting Average |
.262 (2nd) |
.233 (25th) |
| Runs Batted In |
524 (12th) |
431 (28th) |
| Runs |
548 (13th) |
461 (28th) |
| Home Runs |
139 (Tied-11th) |
110 (26th) |
| Walks |
320 (27th) |
386 (9th) |
| Stolen Bases |
69 (20th) |
130 (4th) |
| Strikeouts |
842 (28th) |
1073 (8th) |
| Pitches |
16303 (30th) |
17768 (7th) |
Tampa Bay Rays recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/12/24 |
vs Houston Astros |
L |
6-1 |
| 8/11/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
W |
2-1 |
| 8/10/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
7-5 |
| 8/9/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
4-1 |
| 8/8/24 |
@ St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
6-4 |
Houston Astros recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/12/24 |
@ Tampa Bay Rays |
W |
6-1 |
| 8/11/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
W |
10-2 |
| 8/10/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
W |
5-4 |
| 8/9/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
W |
8-4 |
| 8/7/24 |
@ Texas Rangers |
W |
6-4 |
Astros vs Rays predictions
When the Houston Astros roll into town for their series against the Tampa Bay Rays, all eyes are likely to be on Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez. Altuve has been consistently getting on base, known for turning games around with his agility and keen sense of the field. Meanwhile, Alvarez brings that explosive power to the plate, where he’s expected to be a major run-producing force in this series. Supported by a strong lineup with notable performances anticipated from Alex Bregman and Yainer Diaz, the Astros’ batting order is geared up to be a formidable challenge against the Rays' pitching staff.
On the flip side, the Tampa Bay Rays have their work cut out for them but hold promising talent in Yandy Diaz and Jose Siri. Diaz, with a knack for connecting with the ball, could be key in racking up the batting average and getting critical runs batted in. Siri's power at the plate, demonstrated by his home run tally this season, adds that much-needed depth that could really energize the Rays' efforts to even up or lead the series at their home ground.
So, who will take the upper hand? Given the Astros' strong track record on the road coupled with their dynamic and more consistent batting lineup, it looks like they might just extend their winning streak. However, baseball can always surprise us and the Rays, with the home boundary and a spirited fight, might just swing for an unexpected victory. But if you’re asking me, my bet's on the Astros to clinch this one, leveraging their depth and recent form to edge out the Rays in what promises to be an engaging match-up.
Tampa Bay Rays injuries
- Ryan Pepiot (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Jacob Waguespack (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Richie Palacios (2B): 10-Day-IL
- Shane McClanahan (SP): 60-Day-IL
Houston Astros injuries
- Jayden Murray (SP): Day-To-Day
- Justin Verlander (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
- Kyle Tucker (RF): 60-Day-IL
- Penn Murfee (RP): 60-Day-IL
Astros vs Rays game info
| Venue |
Tropicana Field |
| Location |
St. Petersburg, Florida |
| First pitch |
Tue 6:50 PM |
| Temperature |
86° |
| Chance of Rain |
66% |
