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Rays Overpower Astros 13-3, Ending Houston’s Four-Game Win Streak

Houston’s bullpen woes allowed Tampa Bay to build a big lead after starter Ryan Gusto exited early.

Tampa Bay Rays Chandler Simpson (14) scores on a throwing error by Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz as Simpson stole third during the fourth inning of an MLB baseball game in Houston, Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Houston Astros left fielder Zach Dezenzo plays a 2-RBI double by Tampa Bay’s Junior Caminero off the wall during the eighth inning of an MLB baseball game in Houston, Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Tampa Bay Rays Chandler Simpson (14) scores on a throwing error by Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz as Simpson stole third during the fourth inning of an MLB baseball game in Houston, Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Houston Astros Cam Smith scores on Mauricio Dubón’s RBI single during the fifth inning of an MLB baseball game in Houston, Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Overview

  • Junior Caminero recorded a career-high six RBIs, capped by an 11th-inning three-run homer that broke a 3–3 tie in the seventh.
  • Astros relievers surrendered 11 runs over the final innings, including five by seventh-inning specialist Bryan King.
  • Ryan Gusto issued four walks and lasted just 3⅔ innings, setting the stage for the Rays’ offensive surge.
  • Tampa Bay swiped five bases Thursday to extend its MLB-leading total to 81 stolen bases this season.
  • The victory marked the Rays’ eighth win in nine games and snapped Houston’s season-high four-game winning streak.