ST. PETERSBURG -- The Yankees and Rays have shared the field for plenty of memorable moments, tightly contested games and deeply rooted disagreements over the years. They are natural rivals in the American League East, pitting New York’s history and…
The New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays will open their American League Division Series on Saturday at Tropicana Field. Tampa Bay enters the postseason matchup after securing the AL East division title, while New York advanced following a two-game sweep of Boston in the Wild Card Series. Game 1 is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast nationally on TBS, truTV, and HBO Max.
Right-hander Drew Rasmussen is slated to start Game 1 for the Rays, entering with a strong career track record against New York. The Yankees have not yet announced their opening starter, with pitching coach Matt Blake indicating that either Gerrit Cole or Carlos Rodón will take the mound. Captain Aaron Judge remains under evaluation as he recovers from a calf strain.
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