Tampa Bay Rays, New York Yankees
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Stanton's 10th-inning homer lifts Yankees over Rays 6-4
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Currently, the Yankees (68-57) lead the race, leaving no doubt that the Rays will heavily rely on Rasmussen to dominate on Wednesday when he faces New York right-hander Cam Schlittler (1-2, 3.94 ERA). First pitch is scheduled for 7:35 p.m. ET.
A four-run first inning sets the tone, a Brandon Lowe homer adds to it and a solid six innings from Rasmussen make it stand up.
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SportsGrid on MSNTampa's Drew Rasmussen Battles Yankees: Game Insights
In Tampa, the Yankees led a victorious attack with 9 homers against the Rays. Tonight, Rasmussen faces Schlitter, with Tampa favored and high run expectations.
Tampa Bay Rays All-Star righty Drew Rasmussen had to say goodbye to two of his close friends and teammates in Danny Jansen and Zack Littell when both were traded before Thursday's MLB Trade Deadline.
BOTTOM LINE: The New York Yankees take on the Tampa Bay Rays after Cody Bellinger had four hits against the Rays on Tuesday. Tampa Bay has a 32-31 record in home games and a 61-65 record overall. The Rays are 10th in the AL with 137 total home runs, averaging 1.1 per game.