The Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins continue their three-game series at loanDepot park on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The Marlins took the opener 9-4, powered by Connor Norby’s three-run double and a strong offensive performance. Tampa Bay looks to bounce back after a rough night, while Miami hopes to extend its winning streak.
Game Details
- Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
- Time: 4:10 p.m. ET
- Location: loanDepot park, Miami, FL
- Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports Florida
Team Breakdown & Key Players
Tampa Bay Rays
- Record: 20-24 (4th in AL East)
- Key Players:
- Junior Caminero (3B): Leads the team with eight home runs and six doubles.
- Brandon Lowe (2B): Batting .250 with three home runs in his last 10 games.
- Jonathan Aranda (1B): Hitting .325 with six home runs and 20 RBIs.
- Starting Pitcher: Drew Rasmussen (RHP, 1-4, 3.38 ERA) – Has a 2.57 ERA in four career games against Miami.
Miami Marlins
- Record: 17-26 (5th in NL East)
- Key Players:
- Connor Norby (3B): Batting .324 over his last 10 games, with three doubles and a home run.
- Xavier Edwards (SS): Hitting .263 with 11 RBIs.
- Jesus Sánchez (OF): Went 2-for-4 with a walk in Game 1, providing a spark at the top of the lineup.
- Starting Pitcher: Sandy Alcantara (RHP, 2-5, 8.10 ERA) – Has struggled in 2025 but holds a 3.44 career ERA against Tampa Bay.
Game Storylines
- Marlins’ Offensive Surge: Miami’s nine-run performance in Game 1 was tied for its third-best total of the season.
- Rays’ Road Success: Despite the loss, Tampa Bay is 9-3 over its last 12 road games.
- Pitching Matchup: Alcantara is still searching for his Cy Young form, while Rasmussen looks to stabilize Tampa Bay’s rotation.
Game Odds
Tampa Bay Rays – 155
Miami Marlins 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 16, 2025
