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Yankees vs. Rays: 3 things to watch in ALDS Game 1

The opening matchup of the American League Division Series features the New York Yankees facing off against the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday night. New York enters the postseason opener following an eighteen to two run over two blowout victories against Boston, while Tampa Bay enjoys a first-round bye dating back to their regular season finale on September twenty-seventh.

Ace pitcher Drew Rasmussen takes the mound for the Rays, whereas Gerrit Cole starts for the Yankees with Cam Schlittler scheduled for games two and five. Slugger Ben Rice looks to continue his strong batting performance against Tampa after hitting seven home runs across fifty-one plate appearances during the regular season.

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