Venue: George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa, FL
First Pitch: 12:10 PM ET
Watch Live: MASN2, MLB.TV, Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
Baltimore enters the finale on a four-game losing streak, struggling to generate offense despite solid pitching performances. The Rays, meanwhile, are surging with three wins in their last four games, and have hit two or more home runs in 21 victories this season.
Starting Pitchers – July 20, 2025
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | K/9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orioles | Trevor Rogers (LHP) | 2-1 | 1.53 | 0.82 | 8.2 |
| Rays | Ryan Pepiot (RHP) | 6-7 | 3.38 | 1.15 | 8.7 |
- Trevor Rogers has been lights-out for Baltimore, allowing just six hits and one run over his last two starts. Opponents are batting a mere .154 against him.
- Ryan Pepiot has quietly become a reliable arm for Tampa Bay, posting a 2.92 ERA over his last 15 starts and a 3.13 ERA at home.
Players to Watch
Baltimore Orioles
- Cedric Mullins: 13 HR, .407 SLG; key to jump-starting Baltimore’s offense
- Jordan Westburg: Batting .359 over last 10 games with 3 HR and 7 RBI
- Gunnar Henderson: 21 doubles, 11 HR; projected for 1.9 total bases today
Tampa Bay Rays
- Junior Caminero: 25 HR, .516 SLG; elite power threat
- Chandler Simpson: 15-for-38 over last 10 games; consistent contact hitter
- Jonathan Aranda: Leads team with .324 AVG and 20 doubles
Team Comparison – Key Stats
| Category | Orioles | Rays |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Avg | .238 (23rd MLB) | .259 (2nd MLB) |
| Runs/Game | 4.1 (24th) | 4.7 (7th) |
| Home Runs | 111 (12th) | 109 (14th) |
| Team ERA | 4.50 | 3.78 (5th AL) |
| OBP | .304 | .321 |
Tampa Bay’s offense ranks among the best in MLB, while Baltimore’s pitching has kept them competitive despite offensive struggles.
Game Odds
Baltimore Orioles 8.5
Tampa Bay Rays – 126
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, July 19, 2025
