Rays erupt for seven runs in one inning to beat the Angels 7-3 on Aug 6, 2025. Brandon Lowe's 20th homer led the charge in a must-read offensive explosion.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Sometimes, all it takes is one inning. For the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night, that inning was the fourth. In a stunning display of offensive firepower, the Rays hung a seven-spot on the Los Angeles Angels, turning a quiet game into a decisive 7-3 victory and reminding everyone just how dangerous this lineup can be when it clicks.
Seven runs on five hits, a walk, and a sacrifice bunt. That's how you win a ballgame in one inning.
It was an inning that had everything. It started with a Hunter Feduccia double and quickly snowballed into an avalanche the Angels couldn't stop. Chandler Simpson laced an RBI double, Yandy Díaz drove in a run on a fielder's choice, and then came the big blow: Brandon Lowe launched a towering two-run shot, his 20th of the season, electrifying the dugout. But they weren't done. After a Josh Lowe walk and a Junior Caminero single, Jake Mangum delivered a clutch two-run single to blow the game wide open. It was a masterclass in situational hitting and pure power, and it was all the offense the Rays would need.
While Lowe's homer was the headline grabber, the rally was a total team effort. Jake Mangum's two-run single was just as crucial, showcasing the depth this team has when everyone contributes. Chandler Simpson's RBI double and Hunter Feduccia's leadoff double set the table perfectly. Even Yandy Díaz, who reached on a fielder's choice, drove in a key run and was on base for Lowe's blast. This is the brand of baseball that wins games for the Rays: not relying on one hero, but getting contributions up and down the lineup.
On the transaction front, things were quiet for the Rays on Wednesday. No new moves were announced, with the most recent roster adjustments being the optioning of RHP Jesse Scholtens and C Matt Thaiss to Triple-A Durham back on August 4. Meanwhile, first baseman Jonathan Aranda remains on the injured list with that left wrist fracture he suffered at the beginning of the month. The team has not provided a new timetable for his return, so for now, the Rays will continue to rely on their current depth to fill the void.
This was the kind of win the Rays desperately needed. At 56-59, the climb back to .500 and into playoff contention is a steep one, but nights like this provide a blueprint for success. The question now is whether they can bottle this fourth-inning magic and carry it forward. One explosive inning won them the game tonight; consistent offensive pressure is what will win them the season. Let's see if they can build on this momentum tomorrow.
