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Rays 0, Yankees 1: Ras deserved better as offense fails to score

Rays lose by a score of 1-0 for the second time in as many series despite strong start from Ras The Tampa Bay Rays looked to rebound after dropping the series opener to the Yankees the night prior, but offense was difficult to come by and instead dropped their fourth straight.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 18

Can Ben Rice stay hot vs. Rays and Yankee-killer Drew Rasmussen?

New York Yankees designated hitter Ben Rice recorded his first career four-hit game on Thursday, and there's every reason to believe it won't be his last.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / April 1

Rays 6, Pirates 1: Tropicana East elects a new Mayor

Rasmussen returns strong and the Rays get contribution from some unlikely sources to beat the Bucs Baseball is a game of unrelenting failure. At the very best, at a Hall of Fame level, you are still failing the majority of the time.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / March 31

Finding success at their temporary home, Rays open series with Pirates

Fully recovered from an elbow procedure that cost him much of the 2023 and 2024 seasons, Tampa Bay right-hander Drew Rasmussen will return to the rotation for good Monday night when the Rays open a three-game home series with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 25

AL East predictions: A four-way battle for first place?

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / March 3

Drew Rasmussen Finally Takes Mound For Tampa Bay Rays, Tosses Spring Training Gem

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Drew Rasmussen was eager to take the mound Monday. Too eager, maybe. "I was loose, stretched out, everything," said the Tampa Bay Rays right-hander.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / February 13

2025 Tampa Bay Rays Preview: Pitching

From pitching prospects to veteran arms and young studs, the Rays truly have one of the best pitching depth in baseball. With pitchers and catchers reporting for Spring Training, the Rays pitching staff stands out as the team’s strength.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / January 28

Rays Your Voice: Drew Rasmussen extended

A deal that provides security for both team and player. On the latest episode of Rays Your Voice, we discuss the contract extension for Drew Rasmussen, as well as the deal given to Taylor Walls.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 9

Drew Rasmussen’s heartfelt reaction to 2-year contract extension with Rays

On Tuesday, Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen signed a two-year, $8.5 million contract extension with the team. The deal offers him financial security and the emotional reassurance that he remains a key part of the Rays’ future plans.

Tampa Bay Rays News / DRaysBay / January 8

Rays sign Drew Rasmussen for 2025-2026 with a club option for 2027

The 2027 option covers his first year of free agency. The Tampa Bay Rays announced they have signed RHP Drew Rasmussen to a two-year contract extension for the 2025 and 2026 seasons with a club option for 2027, when he would have been a free agent.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / January 8

Keep On Underrating PCA, Verlander, Rasmussen, Rays, and Other Cubs Bullets

The news and images and videos on this latest round of wildfires in California are pretty scary. All you can do is hope the winds die down and people stay safe.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / January 7

Rays Finalize Multiyear Extension for Prominent Starter

The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly finalizing a multiyear contract extension with right-hander Drew Rasmussen, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / September 14

Guardians vs. Rays Probable Starting Pitchers – Sept. 14

The Cleveland Guardians (84-64) and the Tampa Bay Rays (73-75) square off in Cleveland on Saturday. First pitch is at 6:10 p.m. ET at Progressive Field.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / August 28

Mariners vs. Rays Probable Starting Pitchers – August 28

The Tampa Bay Rays (66-66) visit the Seattle Mariners (67-66) for a road game in Seattle on Wednesday. The contest starts at 4:10 p.m. ET. The probable starters are Luis Castillo (10-12) for the Mariners and Drew Rasmussen for the Rays.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / August 16

Drew Rasmussen’s Return to Rays Is a Terrific Comeback Tale

Drew Rasmussen is back on the mound. He is pitching major league innings little over a year after his third major elbow surgery. That alone is a tremendous accomplishment.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / August 7

Rays reinstate RHP Drew Rasmussen from 60-day IL

The Tampa Bay Rays activated right-hander Drew Rasmussen from the 60-day injured list Wednesday. Rasmussen, who has not pitched in the majors since May 2023, will join the Tampa Bay bullpen.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / July 22

Tampa Bay Rays' Drew Rasmussen, Recovering From Elbow Surgery, Shines in Rehab Start

Drew Rasmussen underwent a hybrid internal brace procedure on his right elbow on July 24, 2023. A full year later, the Tampa Bay Rays pitcher is back on the mound and gearing up for a return to the big leagues.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 10, 2023

MLB best bets: How can Rays make you money? Let us count the ways

The Tampa Bay Rays are the best team in baseball after winning their ninth straight game on Sunday over Oakland. How you can make money off Tampa Bay outside of betting them on the moneyline? Turns out there are lots of opportunities.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14, 2022