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Rays Blow Big Lead in Season Opener Heartbreak
27 Mar
Summary
- The Rays erased a significant 7-1 deficit to tie the game.
- Starter Drew Rasmussen pitched well, allowing only one run.
- The bullpen struggled, giving up eight runs in a key inning.
The Tampa Bay Rays experienced a disappointing start to their 2026 season, losing their opener on the road. The team showed resilience by erasing a substantial 7-1 deficit. However, their bullpen faltered in a critical sixth inning, allowing eight runs and surrendering the lead. Pitcher Drew Rasmussen had a solid outing in his first start, throwing five innings and giving up only one run. Despite scoring seven runs offensively, the inability of the relief pitchers to maintain the advantage proved costly. This loss, though early in the season, may be one the Rays look back on with regret, especially in a competitive division.
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