Rays' Drew Rasmussen pitched a no-hitter in the ALDS, a rare feat in postseason history. Rasmussen struck out 10 and walked two in eight innings, with Bryan Baker pitching a perfect ninth for the save.
Rasmussen's no-hitter is only the fourth in postseason history, with Don Larsen pitching a perfect game for the Yankees in the 1956 World Series, and Roy Halladay pitching a no-hitter for the Phillies in the 2010 Division Series.
I'm still trying to wrap my head around Drew Rasmussen's performance. The kid's got some serious stuff, and I'm not just talking about his 96.2 mph four-seam fastball. He's got the kind of poise and control that's rare in any pitcher, let alone a young one in the postseason. And that no-hit bid? Forget about it. I mean, I know people are going to say 'it's just one game' or 'it's just the postseason,' but let's be real, this is a big deal. Rasmussen's got the potential to be a true ace, and this performance is just the beginning.
Background
Drew Rasmussen is a pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays. He has been a key contributor to the team's rotation, known for his high-velocity fastball. This is not his first notable performance, but it is one of the most impressive.
The Rays are currently competing in the American League Division Series (ALDS) against the New York Yankees. The series is a best-of-five matchup, with the winner advancing to the American League Championship Series (ALCS). The Rays have been a consistent playoff contender in recent years, but this series marks a new challenge for the team.
- There have only been three no-hit games in postseason history. (Yahoo Sports)
- Aaron Judge is still managing a calf injury and is not on the roster for the Division Series. (Yahoo Sports)
- Drew Rasmussen averaged 96.2 miles per hour on his four-seam fastball. (Fangraphs)
What's next
Will the Rays' momentum carry over into the next round of the playoffs?
Questions readers ask
Who pitched a no-hitter in the ALDS?
Drew Rasmussen had a no-hit bid for 7 2/3 innings.
What was the final score of the game?
The Rays beat the Yankees 1-0 in their AL Division Series.
How many no-hit games have been pitched in postseason history?
There have only been three no-hit games in postseason history.
Sources
- Yahoo Sports: Rasmussen has no-hit bid for 7 2/3 innings, Rays open AL Division Series with a 1-0 win over Yanks
- Fangraphs: Drew Rasmussen Does Very Rude Things to the Yankees in ALDS Game 1
