The Athletics (61-91) visit the Tampa Bay Rays (92-59) on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Tropicana Field. First pitch is set for 1:10 PM ET. TV: MLB.TV; Rays.TV, NBC Sports California (regional).
Athletics vs Tampa Bay Rays Odds & Preview Info
| Matchup | Athletics @ Tampa Bay Rays |
|---|---|
| Records | Athletics 61-91 | Tampa Bay Rays 92-59 |
| Run Line | ATH +1.5 | TB -1.5 |
| Moneyline | Athletics: +232 | Tampa Bay Rays: -290 |
| Total | 7.5 |
| Venue | Tropicana Field |
| Date / Time | Thursday, September 17, 2026 — 1:10 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | MLB.TV; Rays.TV, NBC Sports California (regional) |
| Probable Pitchers | Athletics: Jeffrey Springs | Tampa Bay Rays: Drew Rasmussen |
Odds shown via public sportsbooks (lines move — verify before betting).
Athletics Preview & Probable Pitcher
The Athletics enter Thursday at 61-91 and travel to face the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Slated starter: Jeffrey Springs.
Track the run line, moneyline, and total listed above for this odds preview. Double-check probable pitchers and any late roster moves closer to first pitch at 1:10 PM ET.
Tampa Bay Rays Preview & Probable Pitcher
The Tampa Bay Rays sit at 92-59 hosting from Tropicana Field. Probable starter: Drew Rasmussen.
How to watch: MLB.TV; Rays.TV, NBC Sports California (regional). Odds and totals can shift through the evening — recheck your book for the latest Athletics vs Tampa Bay Rays line before the September 17, 2026 first pitch.
Where to Watch Athletics vs Tampa Bay Rays
Tune in Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 1:10 PM ET from Tropicana Field. Broadcast coverage: MLB.TV; Rays.TV, NBC Sports California (regional).