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MLB·RECAP·October 3, 2026 10:13 PM ET

Drew Rasmussen praises Tropicana Field crowd after Game 1

The right-hander carried a no-hitter into the eighth.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 33m1 min read
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“Tampa Bay showed out for us tonight... This place is as loud as any place is when it's filled up.” ⚡️ - Drew Rasmussen Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: Drew Rasmussen credited the loud atmosphere at Tropicana Field following Game 1. The starter pitched deep into the contest, ultimately losing a no-hit bid late in the game.

Why it matters: A capacity crowd provided a significant boost during the 1-0 victory to open the playoffs. Rasmussen noted the venue reaches elite noise levels when fully occupied, setting an intense tone for the postseason series.

By the numbers: The pitcher completed seven no-hit innings in his postseason start before yielding a double.

What to watch: The club looks to carry this home-field momentum into the next matchup of the series.

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