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Rays' Drew Rasmussen draws Madison Bumgarner comp ahead of Game 2

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 10:34 PM

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Rays' Drew Rasmussen draws Madison Bumgarner comp ahead of Game 2

Summary

Drew Rasmussen is set to start for the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 2 of the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. MLB analyst Mark DeRosa has compared Rasmussen to Madison Bumgarner, noting his strong postseason form this year. Rasmussen, who has an impressive 11-0 record and a 1.73 ERA since July, aims to help the Rays secure their first franchise championship. He previously played for the Brewers in 2020 and 2021, adding personal significance to the matchup. The Rays are looking to bounce back after losing the opening game of the series.

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By the Numbers

•Rays play Brewers in Game 2 of World Series.
•Drew Rasmussen is starting for Tampa Bay.
•Analyst compares Rasmussen to Madison Bumgarner.
•Rasmussen holds an 11-0 record since July.
•Rays have never won a World Series title.

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What they're saying

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The Tampa Bay Rays hit MLB history in Game 1 against the Milwaukee Brewers Friday . But they would much rather create franchise history and win their first World Series title. That’ll mean turning toward, arguably, their Madison Bumgarner in pitcher Drew Rasmussen. The Rays’ Game 2 starter on the mound received a comparison to the San Francisco […] The post Rays’ Drew Rasmussen draws Madison Bumgarner comp before World Series Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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