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Drew Rasmussen to start for Rays in ALDS Game 1 against Yankees

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 11:28 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Drew Rasmussen to start for Rays in ALDS Game 1 against Yankees

Summary

Drew Rasmussen is set to start Game 1 of the American League Division Series for the Tampa Bay Rays against the New York Yankees on Saturday evening at Tropicana Field. Rasmussen had a strong second half of the season, winning all nine of his post-all-star break decisions, with a 1.86 ERA. He posted a 2.67 ERA over the season and recorded 16 wins, ranking second in the American League. The Rays are counting on his consistency to perform well in the postseason after he previously missed the 2023 playoffs due to injury. Rasmussen's prior matchups against the Yankees resulted in a 2-1 record and a 2.86 ERA this season, highlighting his effectiveness against them.

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By the Numbers

•Rasmussen won all nine starts post-All-Star break.
•He posted a season ERA of 2.67 and 0.91 WHIP.
•The ALDS Game 1 is scheduled for Saturday evening.
•Rasmussen has a 2-1 record with a 2.86 ERA against the Yankees this season.
•The Rays aim for a strong start against their AL East rival.

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What they're saying

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Tampa Bay's Drew Rasmussen made four starts against the Yankees this season. He went 2-1 with a 2.86 ERA while limiting Aaron Boone’s lineup to a .182 average.
— Yahoo Sports

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