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Rays End Skid, Face Tigers Monday
25 Aug
Summary
- Tampa Bay Rays snapped a three-game losing streak Sunday.
- Rays hold a three-game lead over the Yankees in the AL East.
- Detroit Tigers have won only one of their last nine games.
The Tampa Bay Rays halted a three-game losing streak with a 3-1 win on Sunday, salvaging the final game of their series in Baltimore. Despite this victory, the Rays have lost seven of their past ten contests but still maintain a three-game advantage over the New York Yankees in the American League East standings.
On Monday night, the Rays commence a three-game road series against the Detroit Tigers, who have experienced significant difficulties, winning just one of their last nine games. Tampa Bay right-hander Drew Rasmussen, who has won his last six starts, is slated to pitch the series opener. He faces Detroit's Framber Valdez, a left-hander who also secured a win in his most recent outing.
The Tigers recently suffered a sweep by the last-place Kansas City Royals, completing a 1-5 road trip. Manager A.J. Hinch acknowledged the team's struggles but emphasized the need to prepare for the Rays, recognizing their strength. Detroit currently trails the final AL wild-card spot by 3 1/2 games.
