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Shane McClanahan will not pitch for the Rays in postseason

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Shane McClanahan will not pitch for the Rays in postseason

Summary

Shane McClanahan will not pitch for the Tampa Bay Rays in the postseason, as confirmed by manager Kevin Cash. McClanahan, who had Tommy John surgery and missed two seasons, returns after a strong performance this year, posting a 3.36 ERA in 24 starts. He was placed on the injured list in early September due to left forearm tightness. Cash highlighted McClanahan's contributions, emphasizing his effectiveness after a long recovery. The Rays are set to face the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the AL Championship Series on Monday night.

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Status Watch

•McClanahan posted a 10-7 record with a 3.36 ERA this season.
•The left-hander missed the 2024 and 2025 seasons due to injury.
•Rays face the Cleveland Guardians in the ALCS starting Monday night.
•Manager Cash appreciated McClanahan's contributions this season.

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4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Rays’ Shane McClanahan done for rest of playoffs with injury
3:21 AMYahoo Sports — Shane McClanahan will not pitch for the Tampa Bay Rays in the postseason

What they're saying

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On Saturday, the Tampa Bay Rays finally knew for certain which team they’ll be facing in the 2026 ALCS, with the Cleveland Guardians having completed the comeback from 2-0 down in the ALDS to send their division rival Chicago White Sox home. That series will begin on Monday at 8:00 PM E.T. However, prior to the start of the ALCS, an unfortunate […] The post Rays’ Shane McClanahan done for rest of playoffs with injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports