Rays maintain power ranking after mixed week against Orioles and Athletics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:37 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays faced an up-and-down week, finishing with a 3-3 record after sweeping the Athletics but getting swept by the Orioles. They continue to lead the American League East by 5.5 games over the New York Yankees. Drew Rasmussen is performing well as the team's ace since the All-Star break. Next, the Rays will play the Toronto Blue Jays before seeking redemption against the Orioles.
- •Rays swept the Athletics but were swept by the Orioles.
- •They hold a 5.5-game lead in AL East.
- •Drew Rasmussen has a 1.20 ERA since the All-Star break.
- •Upcoming games include a series against the Toronto Blue Jays.
- •Rays seek to avenge losses to the Orioles this weekend.
- 10:37 PMYahoo Sports — Rays stay put in the power rankings after an up-and-down week
"It was a tale of two halves for the Rays.
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