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Rays Overwhelm Astros 13-3 as Caminero Drives in Six

Tampa Bay’s MLB-leading running game exploited Houston’s faltering relief corps following an early exit by starter Ryan Gusto.

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 delivered a career-high six RBIs, including an 11th-inning three-run homer in the seventh that snapped a 3-3 tie.
  • Houston’s bullpen yielded 11 runs after starter Ryan Gusto lasted just 3⅔ innings, with relievers Bryan King, Kaleb Ort and Forrest Whitley each surrendering multiple runs.
  • Tampa Bay stole five bases in the game to raise its season total to an MLB-leading 81, highlighted by three swipes from Chandler Simpson.
  • The Rays plated five runs in both the seventh and eighth innings, turning a tight contest into a rout with 14 hits overall.
  • The 13-3 win halted Houston’s season-high four-game streak and marked Tampa Bay’s eighth victory in its last nine games.