Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, Florida.
First pitch: 6:10 p.m. ET.
TV/streaming: Rays.TV and MASN (via Fubo).
This is Game 2 of a four-game AL East series. The Orioles won the opener 6-5 on Friday, snapping Tampa Bay’s nine-game winning streak. Gunnar Henderson went 4-for-4 with a two-run homer, Colton Cowser also homered, and Dylan Beavers delivered a key two-run pinch-hit single. The Rays remain first in the AL East with a strong overall record and excellent home mark (41-19), while the Orioles sit near the bottom of the division. The season series is close (Orioles lead 4-3 entering Saturday, or similar depending on exact prior counts).
Starting Pitchers
Orioles: RHP Kyle Bradish (7-11, 3.69 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 127.0 IP, 121 K, 54 BB in 23 starts). Solid mid-rotation arm with recent mixed results (stronger outings mixed with shorter ones). Recently signed a long-term extension. Career and recent form show capability to keep games close.
Rays: LHP Ian Seymour (9-3, 4.08 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 90.1 IP, 106 K, 30 BB in 38 appearances/9 starts). Strong win-loss mark and solid WHIP; has handled bulk/starter roles effectively with good strikeout rates in recent outings (e.g., quality starts vs. Mariners and Rockies).
Bradish brings more traditional starter volume; Seymour offers efficiency and recent success in a flexible role. Left-right matchup favors potential platoon advantages for both lineups.
Probable/Approximate Key Roster Notes
Orioles (key contributors): Gunnar Henderson (hot recently with multi-hit power), Pete Alonso, Tyler O’Neill, Jackson Holliday, Coby Mayo, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Colton Cowser (recent HR), Leody Taveras, Carlos Narváez, others. Power-oriented attack (145 team HR).
Rays (key contributors): Junior Caminero (power leader with 35 HR), Yandy Díaz, Jonathan Aranda, Liam Hicks, Chandler Simpson (hot contact), Jonny DeLuca, Cedric Mullins, Richie Palacios, Taylor Walls, others. Strong team batting average (.260, tops in AL) and balanced production.
Exact lineups TBA closer to first pitch; Henderson’s recent form is a major storyline.
Injury Reports
Orioles: Samuel Basallo (10-day IL, shoulder), Blaze Alexander (10-day, hand), Zach Eflin (60-day, elbow), Felix Bautista (60-day, shoulder), Keegan Akin (60-day, elbow), Ryan Helsley (60-day, elbow), Ryan Mountcastle (60-day, foot), Jordan Westburg (60-day, UCL), Colin Selby (60-day, shoulder). Significant depth and bullpen issues.
Rays: Ben Williamson (10-day IL, hamstring), Cole Sulser (15-day, back), Shane McClanahan (15-day, back), Griffin Jax (15-day, elbow), Jake Fraley (60-day, groin), Manuel Rodriguez (60-day, elbow), Ryan Pepiot (60-day, hip), Gavin Lux (60-day, shoulder), Jon Heasley (60-day, elbow), Edwin Uceta (60-day, shoulder), Victor Mesa Jr. (day-to-day, hamstring). Pitching and position-player absences, but strong overall depth.
Weather Forecast
Tropicana Field is a domed/indoor stadium, so weather has minimal impact. Outside in the Tampa area: Sunny to mostly sunny, highs around 90–92°F (heat index higher), light winds, low rain chance (isolated afternoon storms possible but not expected to affect the game). Comfortable indoor conditions.
Recent Team Forms
Orioles: 5-5 last 10; even run differential recently. Friday’s win provided momentum after mixed results on the road (27-33 overall away).
Rays: Excellent (9-1 last 10 before Friday’s loss; strong overall and dominant at home). Outscoring opponents significantly in the hot stretch; top AL East record.
Series History (2026)
Orioles lead the season series 4-3 entering this game (or closely contested). Prior meetings included high-scoring and lower-scoring affairs. Rays have been strong at home overall.
Key Player vs. Player / Matchup Notes
Bradish (RHP) vs. Rays order (Caminero power, Díaz contact, Simpson hot streak, Mullins speed, Palacios): Right-handed starter against a balanced, high-AVG lineup; Bradish’s ability to limit damage will be tested by Tampa’s contact and power mix.
Seymour (LHP) vs. Orioles bats (Henderson recent multi-hit/HR form, Alonso power, O’Neill, Mayo, Cowser): Left-on-right advantages possible for Baltimore’s righty-heavy power threats; Seymour’s control and K rate provide tools to navigate.
Broader: Rays’ superior team form, home dominance, and depth vs. Orioles’ power potential and Friday momentum. Bullpen management (both sides dealing with IL absences) and small-ball/execution at the Trop could decide a low-to-moderate scoring game. Henderson’s continuation of hot form is key for Baltimore.
Betting Trends
Rays’ elite recent form and home record vs. Orioles’ road struggles and even recent results. Pitching matchup relatively even on paper, supporting a lower total. Likely leans Rays heavily due to record and home edge; value may exist on Orioles +1.5 or Unders given Friday’s close result and Tropicana tendencies.
GAME ODDS
Baltimore Orioles 7.5
Tampa Bay Rays – 143
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 14, 2026
