Rays’ Drew Rasmussen “Humbled” In Being Tabbed As Opening Day Starter

Rays’ Drew Rasmussen “Humbled” In Being Tabbed As Opening Day Starter

TAMPA, Fla. – When Drew Rasmussen strolled off the mound after retiring the Pirates in order in the top of fifth last March 31 at Steinbrenner Field, it marked the first time since May 11, 2023 the righthander went more than two innings and threw as many as 40 pitches. The fact he blanked the […] Rays’ Drew Rasmussen “Humbled” In Being Tabbed As Opening Day Starter

Rays appoint Rasmussen for his first Opening Day start

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- This time last year, there were questions about whether Drew Rasmussen could be a starter. The right-hander was coming back from his third major elbow surgery, and the Rays eased him back into action as a multi-inning reliever down the stretch in 2024. How would he