Austin Wells Doubles, Breaks Up No-Hit Bid in AL Division Series Game 1
In Game 1 of the AL Division Series between the New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays, Austin Wells broke up Drew Rasmussen's no-hit bid with a double in the eighth inning.
Fresno Visalia, CA, October 3, 2026 — In the eighth inning of Game 1 of the American League Division Series between the New York Yankees and the Tampa Bay Rays, a significant moment occurred as Austin Wells of the Yankees ended pitcher Drew Rasmussen’s no-hit attempt.
Wells stepped up to the plate with the Yankees attempting to break a no-hitter that had been maintained by Rasmussen throughout the early and middle stages of the game. The situation marked a critical point in the contest, as the Yankees sought to establish offensive momentum.
With two outs in the eighth inning, Wells connected with a pitch from Rasmussen, sending the ball for a double. This hit officially ended Rasmussen’s no-hit bid, preventing him from completing a no-hitter for the Rays in the series opener. The double by Wells represented the first hit surrendered by Rasmussen in the game.
The specific details of the game’s overall score or the final outcome were not provided in the summary. The play highlights a key individual performance within the broader context of the playoff series game.
Story summarized from the original created by ROB MAADDI, Associated Press on www.yourcentralvalley.com, see more information here.
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