{
  "id": 11815333,
  "title": "We all bow to Drew Rasmussen: Rays 1, Yankees 0",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/we-all-bow-to-drew-rasmussen-rays-1-yankees-0",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-04T01:38:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bow-drew-rasmussen-rays-1-013836942.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a thrilling Game 1 of the ALDS, the Tampa Bay Rays emerged victorious against the New York Yankees with a final score of 1-0. The Rays' star pitcher, Drew Rasmussen, delivered an exceptional performance, striking out ten batters while walking only two. His game-breaking home run in the third inning set the tone for the Rays' success. Besides Rasmussen's prowess, the team's defense played a crucial role, with second baseman Richie Palacios and shortstop Taylor Walls each hitting doubles that barely cleared the right-center wall. Despite the Yankees' efforts, they only managed to score one run, courtesy of a single hit by Austin Wells. The game showcased Rasmussen's dominance, earning him a Game Score of 88, which tied for the 4th-highest mark ever by a pitcher in a postseason start against the Yankees. The victory provided a significant boost for the Rays as they prepare to face two formidable opponents in the upcoming games of the series.",
  "summary": "Is this the best post season start in Rays history?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "What’s the New York Yankees Path to Dethroning the Rays?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/whats-the-new-york-yankees-path-to-dethroning-the-rays",
        "published": "2026-10-02T20:01:19.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Austin Wells’ baserunning blunder costs Yankees in Division Series opener, a 1-0 loss to Rays",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/austin-wells-baserunning-blunder-costs-yankees-in-division-series-11834769",
        "published": "2026-10-04T03:33:33.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}