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Tampa Bay Rays DESERVEDLY Name Drew Rasmussen Opening Day Starter

Drew Rasmussen reclaims the Opening Day spotlight for the Tampa Bay Rays, signaling a return to the club's honored tradition: rewarding last season’s best arm. Kevin and Ulises break down Rasmussen’s inspiring journey from reliever to ace, his comeback from three major surgeries, and what a longer leash means for Tampa Bay’s 2026 rotation. What does Rasmussen’s projected 170-175 innings mean for the bullpen and can he live up to a top-tier 3.23 ERA?

With fresh faces like Nick Martinez and Steven Matz joining Shane McClanahan and Ryan Pepiot, the all-new Rays rotation sparks debate over the…

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