Orioles vs. Rays: Game 2 predictions, odds and picks - August 10, MLB 2024
The Baltimore Orioles are back on top of the AL East after securing an easy victory against the Rays last night. The Os had a decent performance at the plate while contributing four runs. Zach Eflin was the player of the game as he rocked his former teammates with an incredible performance.
Eflin tossed seven innings with zero earned runs and seven strikeouts. The Os seem to have another strong ace to help them in the playoffs. Game 2 will have hard-throwing Corbin Burnes on the mound as their starter. Burnes has an outstanding 2.63 ERA with a 12-4 record.
The Rays were no match for their AL East opponent as they struggled from both ends. Zack Littell suffered the loss after surrendering three earned runs in five innings pitched.
Despite five strikeouts, Littell dropped his record to 5-8. It's been a tough season for the Rays and they seem to be accepting the fact that they might not make the playoffs.
Drew Rasmussen will be sent to the mound in Game 2. With a 20-10 record, Rasmussen has a decent 2.95 ERA. However, he's going up against one of the top-hitting teams and lacks the experience, especially against Burnes.
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Where to watch Orioles vs. Rays?
Game 2 is scheduled to take place at 7:15 PM EDT at Tropicana Field. The TV schedule will be telecast on Fox Sports, while the online stream will be on MLB TV and Fubo TV.
Orioles vs. Rays Prediction
Burnes is a top pitcher in the MLB with 132 strikeouts. The Os ace is ranked second in the majors with his dominant ERA. Rasmussen has pitched limited games in the MLB and the chances of winning are less.
Baltimore has a strong offense with a well-balanced pitching staff to support them. They hold a team ERA of 3.89 while the Rays have a team ERA of 4.01. Top players like Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschman, Anthony Santander and Jackson Holliday have been hot at the plate.
The Os are a scoring machine, especially when it comes to home runs. The Os lead the MLB with the most number of home runs (181). They rank second in runs scored with 595.
Prediction: Baltimore Orioles - 1.5 (-160)