- What: MLB Regular Season Game
- When: July 2, 2025
- Who: Athletics vs. Tampa Bay Rays
- Time: 9:10 a.m. PST
- Where: George M. Steinbrenner Field (Tampa, FL)
The Tampa Bay Rays will play the Athletics at 9:10 p.m. PST at George M. Steinbrenner Field. This matchup is an early game, and the Rays are entering as -210 favorites, with a total run line set at 9.
The Rays boast a more potent offense than the Athletics and a stronger bullpen, giving them a clear advantage in this pitching matchup.
Pitching Matchup
Mitch Spence, who usually serves as a bulk-inning reliever, has been pushed into a starting position.
Despite a solid start to the season, he has recently struggled, surrendering 11 hits, five walks, and six earned runs over 9.2 innings in his last two appearances. This does not bode well for him against Tampa Bay’s formidable lineup.
On the other side, the Rays are sending Ryan Pepiot to the mound. With a 3.31 ERA over 53 career starts, the 27-year-old has been having another impressive season.
The Athletics’ offense has been inconsistent this year—although they’ve shown some improvement lately, Pepiot should be able to minimize the damage enough for the Rays to secure a victory.
The Athletics will likely find their offensive rhythm soon, and facing Pepiot, who might be due for a regression, could provide the opportunity they need.
Even if Pepiot delivers a solid performance, the Rays’ hitters could each contribute significantly, piling up runs quickly.
Considering Spence’s tendency to face constant pressure with a struggling bullpen behind him, Tampa Bay could easily put together a high-scoring inning.
Take the over in this series finale.
Best Bet: Over 9 Runs at -105 odds
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