The Tampa Bay Rays and Arizona Diamondbacks met for a three-game series at Chase Field in Phoenix from April 22 to 24, 2025. Arizona won the opener easily, but the Rays came back to win two straight extra-inning games and take the series 2–1.
Quick answer: The Rays won the April 2025 series 2–1. Arizona won Game 1, 5–1. Tampa Bay won Game 2, 7–6 in 11 innings, and Game 3, 7–4 in 10 innings. Christopher Morel and Yandy Díaz led the Rays, while Corbin Carroll and Tim Tawa each homered twice for Arizona.
Series Results at a Glance
| Game | Date | Final score | Winning pitcher | Losing pitcher | Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue, April 22, 2025 | Diamondbacks 5, Rays 1 | Brandon Pfaadt | Zack Littell | — |
| 2 | Wed, April 23, 2025 | Rays 7, Diamondbacks 6 (11 inn.) | Pete Fairbanks | Drey Jameson | Eric Orze |
| 3 | Thu, April 24, 2025 | Rays 7, Diamondbacks 4 (10 inn.) | Edwin Uceta | J.P. Feyereisen | Pete Fairbanks |
All stats below come from the official box scores on Baseball-Reference and CBS Sports.
Game 1: Diamondbacks 5, Rays 1 (April 22)
Brandon Pfaadt shut down the Rays, and Arizona’s power did the rest.
- Brandon Pfaadt (ARI): 6.0 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 5 K to improve to 4-1
- Pavin Smith (ARI): 2-for-3, two-run homer in the 3rd
- Tim Tawa (ARI): solo homer in the 5th
- Josh Naylor (ARI): 2-for-4, 1 RBI
- Jake Mangum (TB): 2-for-2, drove in Tampa Bay’s only run
- Zack Littell (TB): 6.0 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, dropping to 0-5
Game 2: Rays 7, Diamondbacks 6, 11 Innings (April 23)
This was the wildest game of the series, with the lead changing hands several times.
- Corbin Carroll (ARI): 2-for-5, 2 HR, 3 RBI, including a solo shot in the 1st and a two-run homer in the 7th that put Arizona ahead 5–4
- Yandy Díaz (TB): 3-for-6, 3 RBI, with a two-run single in the 7th and an RBI double in the 11th
- Kameron Misner (TB): 3-for-5, 2 R, with a go-ahead RBI double in the 11th
- Christopher Morel (TB): 2-for-5, solo homer in the 2nd
- Chandler Simpson (TB): game-tying RBI single in the 8th
- Taj Bradley (TB): 6.0 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 3 K
- Eduardo Rodriguez (ARI): 6.2 IP, 6 H, 4 ER, 5 K
- Eric Orze (TB): earned the save despite allowing an unearned run in the 11th
Game 3: Rays 7, Diamondbacks 4, 10 Innings (April 24)
Arizona led 4–1 early, but the Rays chipped away and broke it open in extra innings. The Diamondbacks also made three errors.
- Christopher Morel (TB): 2-for-5, 3 RBI, including a two-run homer in the 10th that made it 7–4
- Junior Caminero (TB): go-ahead RBI double in the 10th
- Yandy Díaz (TB): 3-for-5, 1 R, 1 RBI
- Corbin Burnes (ARI): 5.1 IP, 3 H, 3 R (1 ER), 3 BB, 8 K
- Drew Rasmussen (TB): 5.0 IP, 5 H, 4 ER, 5 K
- Tim Tawa (ARI): solo homer in the 5th
- Rays bullpen: 5.0 scoreless innings from Manuel Rodríguez, Hunter Bigge, Edwin Uceta, and Pete Fairbanks, who earned the save
Series Stat Leaders
Totals below are added up from the three box scores.
Rays Hitters
| Player | H-AB | HR | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yandy Díaz | 6-for-15 (.400) | 0 | 4 |
| Christopher Morel | 4-for-10 (.400) | 2 | 4 |
| Kameron Misner | 4-for-13 (.308) | 0 | 1 |
| Chandler Simpson | 4-for-11 (.364) | 0 | 1 |
Diamondbacks Hitters
| Player | H-AB | HR | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Tawa | 4-for-9 (.444) | 2 | 3 |
| Corbin Carroll | 4-for-13 (.308) | 2 | 4 |
| Pavin Smith | 2-for-8 (.250) | 1 | 2 |
| Josh Naylor | 3-for-12 (.250) | 0 | 2 |
Team Totals
| Stat | Diamondbacks | Rays |
|---|---|---|
| Runs | 15 | 15 |
| Hits | 22 | 28 |
| Home runs | 5 | 2 |
| Errors | 3 | 1 |
| Wins | 1 | 2 |
Both teams scored 15 runs, but the Rays won the two close games late.
Key Takeaways
- Pfaadt was the best starter of the series. He allowed one run in six innings in Game 1.
- Arizona’s bullpen struggled. It blew leads in both extra-inning losses.
- The Rays’ depth paid off. Díaz, Morel, Misner, and Simpson all came through in big moments.
- Errors hurt Arizona. Three errors in Game 3 helped the Rays rally.
Older Versions of This Article
Older versions of this article had several mistakes, which we’ve corrected:
- Morel’s Game 3 homer wasn’t a walk-off. The Rays were the road team, and it came in the top of the 10th.
- Tawa’s Game 1 homer came in the 5th inning, not the 4th.
- The Game 2 loss went to Drey Jameson, not Easton McGee.
- Pfaadt struck out 5 in Game 1, and Burnes struck out 8 in Game 3.
- Series totals and season records didn’t match the box scores. The Rays finished 2025 at 77–85 and the Diamondbacks at 80–82, and neither team made the postseason.
How the 2025 Seasons Ended
| Team | 2025 record | Finish |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa Bay Rays | 77–85 | 4th in AL East, missed playoffs |
| Arizona Diamondbacks | 80–82 | 4th in NL West, missed playoffs |
The Rays played their 2025 home games at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa because Hurricane Milton damaged Tropicana Field. This April series was the only time the teams met in 2025, according to Wikipedia.
For more matchup history and game highlights, StatMuse tracks the teams’ most recent games.
FAQs
Who won the Diamondbacks vs Rays series in April 2025?
The Rays won the series 2–1 at Chase Field.
What was the score of each game?
Diamondbacks 5–1 in Game 1, Rays 7–6 in 11 innings in Game 2, and Rays 7–4 in 10 innings in Game 3.
Who was the best hitter in the series?
Yandy Díaz led the Rays with 6 hits and 4 RBI. Corbin Carroll and Tim Tawa each hit 2 home runs for Arizona.
Who was the best pitcher in the series?
Brandon Pfaadt, who allowed one run over six innings in Game 1.
Where did the series take place?
At Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona.
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This article is independent and isn’t affiliated with MLB, the Tampa Bay Rays, or the Arizona Diamondbacks. Stats come from official box scores.
