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Houston Astros begin series against Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 11:02 PM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Houston Astros begin series against Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field

Summary

The Houston Astros open a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays tonight at Tropicana Field. Rookie right-hander Miguel Ullola makes his first Major League start for the Astros, facing off against Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen. This matchup follows Houston's recent two-out-of-three series victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Major League Baseball will recognize the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, attacks with pregame ceremonies and special uniform patches across all ballparks. The Astros enter the series with a 75-72 record, while the Rays hold an 87-59 standing. Houston holds a 2-1 advantage in the season series against Tampa Bay after winning two of three games in July at Daikin Park.

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By the Numbers

•Miguel Ullola makes his first Major League start for the Houston Astros tonight.
•Drew Rasmussen is the scheduled starter for the Tampa Bay Rays.
•The Astros are 45-49 against the Rays in all-time regular season play.
•Teams will wear commemorative caps to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
•Jose Altuve recorded his 2,500th career hit during the previous series against the Phillies.

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11:02 PMYahoo Sports — Astros at Rays Game Discussion: 9/11/2026

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TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (75-72) open a 3-game series tonight vs. the Tampa Bay Rays (87-59) at Tropicana Field. Rookie RHP Miguel Ullola (0-0, 3.86 ERA) will make his 1st ML start at 6th appearance for the Astros as he takes on Rays RHP Drew Rasmussen (14-5, 2.88 ERA). Ullola is serving as an […]
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