The Tampa Bay Rays (71-72) and Philadelphia Phillies (85-58) begin a 3-game series Monday. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park is set for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze FanDuel Sportsbook's lines around the'Rays vs. Phillies odds'and make our expert'MLB picks and predictions'for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Phillies won all 3 meetings in 2023
The Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 2-0 on Sunday behind a strong pitching effort and a key home run. RHP Zack Littell and four relievers combined for a 5-hit shutout, while LF Jonny DeLuca's 2-run HR in the 6th inning secured the win. This victory marked the Rays’ 1st road series win since Aug. 6-8 in St. Louis and was their 1st in Baltimore since 2021.
The Phillies lost 10-1 to the Miami Marlins on Sunday. RHP Seth Johnson struggled in his MLB debut, allowing 9 ER in 2 1/3 IP (8 H, 3 BB, 0 K). 1B Bryce Harper's RBI single was Philadelphia's only run. Despite the loss, the Phillies won the season series 7-6.