Rays Extend Five-Game Winning Streak Against Twins at .500

The Tampa Bay Rays, fresh off a dominant 13-0 win that extended their winning streak to five games, are set to host the Minnesota Twins in a three-game series. The Rays have reached an even .500 record for the first time in over a month, buoyed by strong pitching performances like Ryan Pepiot's seven shutout innings and a revitalized offense led by Brandon Lowe and Junior Caminero. Despite recent injuries to key players such as Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa, the Twins have thrived in May with a 16-5 record, relying on team depth and resilience, and are quietly gaining momentum with a 29-23 overall record. Pitching matchups for the series opener feature Rays' Zack Littell, who has been consistent in recent starts, against Twins' Chris Paddack, who has struggled on the road. The Rays are favored to win at home, with player prop bets highlighting key contributors like Yandy Diaz and Trevor Larnach. Both teams demonstrate strong potential, making the series a compelling contest of depth, pitching, and timely hitting.