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MLB playoffs mega day takeaways: Rays-Yanks is real ALCS, Dodgers not a lock

The opening day of the Major League Baseball playoffs delivered a dramatic quadruple-header that showcased wildly different paths to early October success. In the American League, a tense opening clash between Tampa Bay and New York highlighted a pitching masterclass, with Drew Rasmussen nearly throwing a no-hitter before Austin Wells broke it up with a double.

Meanwhile, the Dodgers showcased their financial might and star power during a 5-3 victory fueled by home runs from high-priced sluggers and strong pitching performances.

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