TAMPA — The Rays’ momentum from their win on Wednesday quickly disappeared as they suffered their worst loss of the season on Thursday, falling 11-1 to the Angels.
The Angels hit six home runs, with outfielder Jo Adell hitting two in the fifth inning alone, putting the game out of reach for the Rays. Pitcher Zack Littell took a beating, allowing seven runs on eight hits, four of them being homers, dropping his season record to 0-3 with a 6.88 ERA.
The game took a turn in the fifth inning when Littell faced five batters, and all of them scored in quick succession with a series of hits, including multiple homers by Adell, Taylor Ward, and Mike Trout.
The Rays managed to score a run in the fourth inning when Junior Caminero hit a double and Jonathan Aranda followed with a single.
Stat of the day
4-0, 1-7
Rays record when scoring first, and when not.
Friday: vs. Braves
7:05, Steinbrenner Field
TV/radio: FanDuel Sports Sun, Tampa Bay 44; 95.3-FM, 620-AM, 106.7-FM (Spanish)
Pitchers: Rays — RH Taj Bradley (0-1, 4.91); Braves — RH Bryce Elder (0-0, 6.75)
Info: raysbaseball.com
On deck
Saturday:vs. Braves, 4:10. Rays, RH Drew Rasmussen (1-0, 0.90); Braves, RH AJ Smith-Shawver (0-2, 5.19)
Sunday: vs. Braves, 1:40. Rays, RH Shane Baz (1-0, 1.38); Braves, LH Chris Sale (0-1, 6.75)
Monday: vs. Red Sox, 7:05. Rays, RH Ryan Pepiot (1-1, 3.38); Red Sox, TBA
Tuesday: vs. Red Sox, 7:05. Rays, RH Zack Littell (0-3, 6.88); Red Sox, TBA
Wednesday: vs, Red Sox, 7:05. Rays, RH Taj Bradley (1-0, 4.91); Red Sox, TBA
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Conclusion
The Rays faced a tough loss against the Angels, but they have upcoming games to bounce back and regain their momentum. Stay tuned for more exciting matchups!
FAQs
Q: When is the next game for the Rays?
A: The Rays will be playing against the Braves next. Check the schedule for more details.
