Orioles vs. Rays: Who Will Win? Expert Predictions!
The Baltimore Orioles face off against the Tampa Bay Rays in a crucial American League East showdown. The Rays are looking to complete a sweep after a 4-3 victory on Saturday. Can the Orioles snap their four-game losing streak?
Tampa Bay is favored, with Ryan Pepiot on the mound, boasting a 6-7 record and a 3.38 ERA. Baltimore counters with Trevor Rogers (2-1, 1.53 ERA). First pitch is set for 12:10 p.m. ET at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
According to SportsLine's proven model, which simulates each MLB game 10,000 times, the Rays have a significant edge. The model has a strong track record, especially with home run prop bets, returning over 40 units of profit.
Key Predictions:
- Rays Money Line (-126): The model strongly favors a Tampa Bay victory.
- Gunnar Henderson (Orioles) Over 1.5 Total Bases (+115): A promising prop bet for Orioles fans.
- Rays to Win (-126): Reinforcing the overall prediction.
Ryan Pepiot is looking to bounce back after a tough outing before the All-Star break. He leads Rays pitchers with 110 strikeouts and has a mixed record against the Orioles this season. In one start, he dominated with 11 strikeouts, while in another, he struggled, giving up four earned runs in a short appearance.
Pepiot emphasized the importance of rest and a mental reset during the break. He's focused on forgetting the bad outings and coming back strong. He said, "Mental reset of getting away from baseball as much as you can...rest, relax, reset and just come back ready to go this weekend and onto the rest of the way.”
The Rays have won three of the last four meetings against Baltimore, and the model suggests they're poised to continue their dominance. Don't miss out on these potentially profitable bets!