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Rays Dominate Astros with Power, Pitching to Claim Series Victory

Tampa Bay's four home runs and Taj Bradley's stellar start secured an 8-4 win in the decisive rubber match against Houston.

Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz throws out Tampa Bay Rays' Yandy Díaz at first base on a slow grouynd ball during the second inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
TAMPA, FLORIDA - MAY 21: Yainer Diaz #21 of the Houston Astros attempts to tag Jonathan Aranda #62 of the Tampa Bay Rays at home during the first inning of a game at George M. Steinbrenner Field on May 21, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FLORIDA - MAY 21: Hunter Brown #58 of the Houston Astros delivers a pitch during the first inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on May 21, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FLORIDA - MAY 21: Hunter Brown #58 of the Houston Astros delivers a pitch during the first inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on May 21, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)

Overview

  • The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Houston Astros 8-4 in the series finale, taking the three-game set 2-1 in Tampa.
  • Hunter Brown, Houston's standout starter this season, struggled, allowing five runs and three home runs in just five innings.
  • Taj Bradley rebounded from a shaky start to pitch six strong innings for the Rays, giving up only two runs while striking out seven.
  • Tampa Bay showcased its power with four home runs, including a three-run shot by Yandy Díaz and back-to-back homers by Josh and Brandon Lowe.
  • The Rays exploited Houston's struggles controlling the running game, stealing 10 bases in the series, including four in the finale.