The Tampa Bay Rays (16-19) host the Philadelphia Phillies (20-15) on May 7, 2025. First pitch from George M. Steinbrenner Field is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET; the game will be broadcast on FDSSUN.
Read our Phillies vs Rays predictions and MLB prop pick for Wednesday below.
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- Phillies vs Rays Picks: Cristopher Sanchez Over 1.5 Earned Runs (-165, BetMGM)
My Phillies vs Rays best bet is on Christopher Sanchez’s earned runs prop. Check our live MLB odds page to find the best odds.
Phillies vs Rays Odds, Lines
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Nick Galaida’s Phillies vs Rays Preview
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Despite a worrisome forearm ailment in late April, Cristopher Sanchez appears to have avoided a significant injury and a trip to the injured list.
However, it remains to be seen if he’s truly 100% healthy.
Sanchez only managed five frames in his last start against the Nationals, allowing two earned runs on three walks.
That said, Sanchez has a good matchup against Tampa on Wednesday, as the Rays have posted a measly 36 wRC+ against southpaws over the past two weeks (26th among MLB lineups during the span).
Still, this game will be played in one of the most hitter-friendly venues in baseball, with temperatures forecasted in the mid-80s and a slight wind blowing out toward center field.
All it takes is a bloop and a blast for the Rays to put a pair of runs up against Sanchez here.
Pick: Cristopher Sanchez Over 1.5 Earned Runs (-165, BetMGM)
Phillies vs Rays Betting Trends
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