Rays' Drew Rasmussen Pitches Six Scoreless Innings, Leads 3-1 Win Over Blue Jays

Drew Rasmussen has been pivotal for the Tampa Bay Rays in their recent 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, delivering six scoreless innings with just four hits and two walks allowed, marking his second consecutive quality start. Rasmussen's efficient pitching, coupled with strong defensive plays, helped the Rays maintain control despite limited swinging strikes. Offensively, Brandon Lowe and Curtis Mead contributed home runs, with Lowe extending his hitting streak and Mead adding a solo shot, helping the Rays secure their third straight win. The Rays, cautious with Rasmussen's workload following elbow surgery, have begun allowing him to pitch deeper into games, a strategy that has paid off with improved performance and team success. Meanwhile, the Blue Jays, who had a four-game road winning streak, saw their momentum halted, compounded by injuries such as Anthony Santander's hip inflammation. Overall, the Rays' combination of solid starting pitching, timely hitting, and defensive support exemplifies the team’s potential as a September contender.