Orioles vs. Rays prediction, odds, time: 2026 MLB picks for Wednesday, May 20 from proven model
The Tampa Bay Rays are set to face the Baltimore Orioles in a matinee matchup on May 20, 2026. The Rays are currently leading the AL East, while the Orioles are at the bottom of the standings. SportsLine's model has simulated the game 10,000 times, providing insights on betting odds and predictions.
- ▪The first pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET at Tropicana Field.
- ▪Tampa Bay is favored at -131 on the money line, with an over/under of 8.5 runs.
- ▪The SportsLine Projection Model has a strong track record, going 12-1 on top-rated MLB picks.
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Orioles vs. Rays prediction, odds, time: 2026 MLB picks for Wednesday, May 20 from proven model SportsLine's model simulated Baltimore Orioles vs. Tampa Bay Rays 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Wednesday's matinee matchup By Andy Bryan May 20, 2026 at 7:23 am ET • 2 min read Imagn Images The Tampa Bay Rays are looking for the series sweep at home against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday afternoon. The Rays are in first place in the AL East, while the Orioles are currently in last place. Baltimore will send Shane Baz to the rubber, who is 1-5 with a 5.26 ERA, while Tampa Bay will send Jesse Scholtens out to pitch, who is 4-2 with a 3.06 ERA.First pitch from Tropicana Field in Tampa Bay is set for 1:10 p.m. ET.
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