Angels aim for series win over Rays after narrow opener victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 9:31 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The Los Angeles Angels defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 in the first game of their series on June 13. Trey Mancini and Nick Madrigal contributed key hits, helping the Angels chase starter Shane McClanahan after four innings. Despite the win, the Angels hold the second-worst record in MLB at 28-42. Tonight’s matchup features Angels ace Jose Soriano against Rays starter Griffin Jax. A victory would give Los Angeles the series win and boost their morale.
- •Angels won first game 4-3 against Rays.
- •Mancini hit a two-run triple in the first inning.
- •Soriano, 7-4 with a 2.96 ERA, starts for the Angels tonight.
- •Jax, converted to starter, has a 4.15 ERA this season.
- •First pitch is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. PDT.
- 12:48 PMYahoo Sports — Angels Win Fourth Straight Game As They Route Rays, 8-0, In Rare Easy Victory
- 9:31 PMYahoo Sports — Angels Seeking Series Victory Over AL-Best Rays After Close Win In Opener
"The Los Angeles Angels are rolling as of late, winning four of its last five games and three in a row but still occupy the second-worst record in MLB.
"The Los Angeles Angels now have a real winning streak as they notched their fourth straigh victory over the Rays.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 12:48 PMAngels Win Fourth Straight Game As They Route Rays, 8-0, In Rare Easy Victory
The Los Angeles Angels now have a real winning streak as they notched their fourth straigh victory over the Rays.
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 9:31 PMAngels Seeking Series Victory Over AL-Best Rays After Close Win In Opener
The Los Angeles Angels are rolling as of late, winning four of its last five games and three in a row but still occupy the second-worst record in MLB.
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