Drew Rasmussen pitched eight dominant innings for the Tampa Bay Rays, coming within four outs of a no-hitter before Austin Wells' baserunning error ended the game 1-0. The Rays secured the first game of the ALDS, while other Division Series openers were decided by three runs or fewer.
The Tampa Bay Rays clinched the AL East title with a 1-0 victory over the New York Yankees, ending Drew Rasmussen's no-hitter attempt in the eighth inning. In the NL Division Series opener, the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Atlanta Braves, with Tarik Skubal pitching six strong innings. Meanwhile, a controversial call at American Family Field denied a home run to the San Diego Padres, highlighting unique ballpark ground rules in the postseason.
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the New York Yankees 1-0 in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on October 3, 2026. Drew Rasmussen pitched eight scoreless innings, striking out 10 and allowing only one hit, though he did not complete a no-hitter. Austin Wells broke the no-hit bid with a double in the eighth inning but was thrown out at third base, ending the game. Jonathan Aranda’s solo home run in the third inning provided the only run. The Rays take a 1-0 series lead, with Game 2 scheduled for Monday at Tropicana Field.
Tampa Bay Rays defeated New York Yankees 1-0 in ALDS Game 1, with Drew Rasmussen pitching 7.2 scoreless innings. Austin Wells' ill-advised attempt to stretch a double into a triple ended the Yankees' only scoring threat, allowing Rasmussen to nearly complete a no-hitter. The Rays take a 1-0 series lead heading into Game 2.
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the New York Yankees 1-0 in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on October 3, 2026. Drew Rasmussen pitched eight innings, allowing only one hit and striking out 10, while Jonathan Aranda hit a solo home run in the third inning. Austin Wells was thrown out at third base after breaking up the no-hitter, sealing the Rays' victory. The Rays now lead the best-of-five series 1-0.
Tampa Bay Rays ace Drew Rasmussen threw eight scoreless innings, striking out 10, as Austin Wells' ill-advised attempt to stretch a double into a triple ended the no-hitter and the game. The Rays beat the Yankees 1-0 to take a 1-0 lead in the ALDS, while all four Division Series teams won their Game 1 matchups.
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the New York Yankees 1-0 in ALDS Game 1, securing a 1-0 series lead. Drew Rasmussen pitched eight scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts, allowing only one hit, but Austin Wells' decision to run out a double into a triple ended the no-hitter and the game. The Yankees recorded their lowest hit total in playoff history.
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen delivered a dominant performance, pitching 7 2/3 innings to lead the Rays to a 1-0 victory over the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the ALDS. The Yankees managed only one hit, falling behind after a wild-card sweep of the Red Sox. Rasmussen's effort was the fourth-longest individual no-hit bid in postseason history, though he did not complete the feat. The game featured a first home playoff sellout for the Rays in 15 years, with 40,542 fans attending at Tropicana Field. Yankees manager Aaron Boone noted that while pinch-hitter Giancarlo Stanton struck out in his first at-bat in over five months, he liked what he saw from the veteran. The loss puts pressure on New York to adjust against a Rays team described as significantly stronger than the Red Sox they previously defeated.
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the New York Yankees 1-0 in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on October 3, 2026. Austin Wells ended the game by being thrown out at third base after breaking up Drew Rasmussen's no-hitter. Rasmussen pitched eight scoreless innings, striking out 10, while Gerrit Cole allowed a solo home run. The Rays take a 1-0 series lead.
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen has been placed on the 60-day injured list due to a flexor strain, which could potentially end his season and take him out for all of 2024 if he requires a third Tommy John surgery. The Rays have the best record in baseball, but have already lost key pitchers Jeffrey Springs and Pete Fairbanks to injury. Rasmussen has been a key part of the team's success this season, with a 2.62 ERA and 47 strikeouts in 44 2/3 innings across eight starts.
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen has been placed on the 60-day injured list with a flexor strain in his forearm, which will keep him out until at least the All-Star Break. Rasmussen will be shut down from throwing entirely for two months, and if all goes as planned, he could restart a throwing program in the middle of July. The Rays have been hit hard with rotation injuries this season, and Rasmussen's absence leaves Shane McClanahan as the only constant starter.
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen has been placed on the 60-day injured list due to a flexor strain in his elbow, which will keep him out of action until at least August. Rasmussen, who has already had two Tommy John surgeries, felt something wrong in his last batter during a dominant start against the Yankees on Thursday. The Rays have called up Chris Muller to replace him on the active roster.
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen has been placed on the 60-day injured list due to a flexor strain, after delivering one of the best outings of his career. Rasmussen has already undergone Tommy John surgery twice, and his absence is a substantial blow to the Rays' core of starting pitchers. Chris Muller will take his place on the active roster for the time being.
The Tampa Bay Rays have placed right-handed starter Drew Rasmussen on the 60-day injured list due to a flexor strain in his throwing elbow. Rasmussen is hoping to avoid surgery but will be shut down for the next eight weeks. The Rays have been hit hard by pitching injuries this season, with several key players out due to Tommy John surgery and oblique injuries. The team may need to rely more on openers and bullpen games with just two healthy starting pitchers remaining.
Kodai Senga had a rough outing against the Reds and should not be trusted for consistent success. Nathan Eovaldi had an awesome performance against the Athletics, while Alex Cobb did exactly what was expected of him. Drew Rasmussen had a great outing against the Yankees, and Brady Singer remains a Cherry Bomb with inconsistent performances. Domingo Germán survived twice against the Rays, Luis Medina showed improvement, and Yu Darvish had a solid outing. Tommy Henry did better than expected, but don't trust guys with two first names. Mike Clevinger had a PQS with a good WHIP, and Bailey Ober had a killer pitch separation.