Drew Rasmussen nearly no-hits Yankees in ALDS Game 1 for Rays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 1:36 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Drew Rasmussen delivered an outstanding performance for the Rays against the Yankees in Game 1 of the ALDS. Over eight innings, he allowed just one hit and struck out ten batters, leading to a 1-0 victory for Tampa Bay. This marked a significant moment in Rasmussen's career, following his trade from the Brewers in May 2021. The transaction exchanged Rasmussen and J.P. Feyereisen for Willy Adames and Trevor Richards, both of whom have since had notable careers elsewhere. Rasmussen's success has continued to grow, reflecting his development since joining the Rays.
- •Rasmussen pitched 8.0 innings with no earned runs.
- •He struck out 10 batters and issued 2 walks.
- •Tampa Bay secured a 1-0 win against New York.
- •Rasmussen was acquired from Milwaukee in 2021.
- •Adames has moved to the Giants after successful years with the Brewers.
- 1:36 AMYahoo Sports — Revisiting the Drew Rasmussen trade: How Rays acquired ace that nearly no-hit Yankees in Game 1 of ALDS
"With six years in Rays colors under his belt, it's easy to forget that Rasmussen wasn't always a Floridian. In fact, he started his career in the NL Central, plying his trade with Milwaukee.
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