Overview
- The Rays beat the Marlins 6-0 in Friday’s series opener, improving their record to an American League-leading 37-23.
- Drew Rasmussen allowed one hit over seven innings, struck out nine, retired 17 batters in a row and was lifted after 87 pitches.
- Junior Caminero reached base five times with a double, two walks and a single while Cedric Mullins homered, Ryan Vilade had two hits and two RBIs, and Yandy Díaz added three singles.
- Relievers Cam Booser and Cole Sulser finished the game and preserved a two-hitter as the bullpen protected the shutout.
- Outfielder Chandler Simpson exited in the third inning with left-thumb discomfort and will be monitored while Shane McLanahan is lined up to start next for the Rays.