Austin Wells Breaks Up No-Hit Bid in AL Division Series Opener
Austin Wells broke up Drew Rasmussen's no-hit bid with a double in the eighth inning of Game 1 of the AL Division Series between the Yankees and Rays in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, October 3, 2026 — In the first game of the American League Division Series, the New York Yankees recorded their first hit against the Tampa Bay Rays when Austin Wells hit a double in the eighth inning. The hit ended a no-hit bid that had been maintained by Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen.
The pivotal moment occurred in the eighth inning of Game 1, held in St. Petersburg, Florida. Drew Rasmussen of the Tampa Bay Rays had been pitching a no-hitter up to that point. The streak of no-hits was broken by Austin Wells of the New York Yankees, who connected for a double.
The game was the opening contest of the AL Division Series. Further details regarding the final score, the number of outs recorded before the hit, or the specific outcome of the game were not provided in the summary. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
This event marks a significant play within the playoff series, as a no-hitter is a rare accomplishment, particularly in a postseason game. Wells’ hit shifted the narrative of the game from a potential no-hitter by the Rays to a more contested matchup for the Yankees.
Details concerning the rest of the game’s progression, including whether any further hits were achieved by the Yankees or the final result, are not available from the initial summary. Information about the specific date of the game and its broader implications for the series were not detailed.
Story summarized from the original created by ROB MAADDI, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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