Rays' Drew Rasmussen starts World Series Game 5 on short rest

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen is set to start Game 5 of the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers on October 28, pitching on three days' rest. This marks only the second time in his career he has started on such short rest. The Rays face elimination, down 3-1 in the series, and are looking for a win after a tightly contested 4-3 victory in Game 4. Rasmussen's previous postseason performance included a 3.2-inning outing in Game 2, where he allowed three runs. The team's pitching rotation is strained, raising questions about their options if Rasmussen exits early, including the possible use of Game 1 starter Nick Martinez.

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