Kinley Rasmus shines at LLWS, leads Alabama to national tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:39 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Kinley Rasmus, daughter of former MLB pitcher Cory Rasmus, is making headlines at the 2026 Little League World Series in Williamsport. She led Alabama to their first LLWS appearance in 27 years by pitching a complete game shutout against Tennessee, allowing just three hits and striking out eight. Rasmus also excelled at the plate, hitting.750 during the regional tournament. The Little League World Series opens on August 19, with Alabama's first game scheduled against Washington at 3 p.m. ET.
- •Kinley Rasmus pitched a complete game shutout against Tennessee in regionals.
- •Alabama secured a trip to the LLWS for the first time in 27 years.
- •Rasmus hit.750 with six hits in the regional tournament.
- •The LLWS begins on August 19 and runs through August 30.
- •Alabama plays Washington in their opening game.
- 8:39 PMYahoo Sports — Get to know Kinley Rasmus, LLWS superstar and daughter of former MLB player
"Daughter of former Major League Cory Rasmus, Kinley Rasmus is making waves at the 2026 Little League World Series. Here's what to know.
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