Houston Astros (48-25) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (33-38), June 18, 2018, 7:10 PM CDT
Radio: KBME 790, La Ranchera 850 AM
Online: MLB.TV
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Pitching Matchup
RHP Gerrit Cole (8-1, 2.40 ERA, 130 SO) vs. RHP Ryne Stanek (1-1, 2.55 ERA, 22 SO)
Those fortunate enough to attend tonight's game will be able to witness first-hand a "bullpen game" popularly used by the Tampa Bay Rays where the starter does not pitch for more than two or three innings. On the other side, Astros starter Gerrit Cole looks to continue his dominance and take advantage of a weaker Rays lineup.
Today's Lineups
After absolutely killing the baseball on a 10-game road trip, hopefully the Astros can keep their momentum going at home where they have been worse offensively so far in 2018. The Rays will boast a younger lineup today that features talented shortstop Willy Adames and top prospect Jake Bauers playing first base.
For more information on tonight's matchup and the rest of the upcoming series between Houston and Tampa Bay, check out this Series Preview from CKuno.
Tampa Bay Rays | Houston Astros |
Matt Duffy - 3B | George Springer - DH |
Jake Bauers - 1B | Alex Bregman - 3B |
Wilson Ramos - C | Jose Altuve - 2B |
C.J. Cron - DH | Carlos Correa - SS |
Joey Wendle - 2B | Yuli Gurriel - 1B |
Willy Adames - SS | Josh Reddick - RF |
Mallex Smith - CF | Marwin Gonzalez - LF |
Carlos Gomez - RF | Brian McCann - C |
Johnny Field - LF | Tony Kemp - CF |
Ryne Stanek - RHP | Gerrit Cole - RHP |