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Rays Dominate Marlins 4-0 to Even Citrus Series

Drew Rasmussen's six shutout innings and a fifth-inning rally secured Tampa Bay's victory in Game 2 against Miami.

Taj Bradley #45 of the Tampa Bay Rays pitches against the Miami Marlins in the first inning of the game at loanDepot park on May 16, 2025, in Miami, Florida. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images North America/TNS)
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May 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane Baz (11) throws a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
Apr 20, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Miami Marlins manager Clayton McCullough (86) during the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Drew Rasmussen delivered a standout performance, pitching six scoreless innings with five strikeouts and no walks, marking his first win since March 31.
  • Tampa Bay's offense erupted in the fifth inning with four runs on four hits, including a two-run single by Yandy Díaz and an RBI single by Chandler Simpson.
  • Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara struggled, allowing four runs across five innings, extending his losing streak to six consecutive starts.
  • Chandler Simpson exited the game in the ninth inning after a collision at the plate, though details of his condition remain unclear.
  • The Citrus Series is now tied 1-1, with Tampa Bay continuing its dominance in the rivalry, boasting a 26-5 record against Miami since 2018.