Rays Rebuild Rotation, Face White Sox Before Yankees

0:00It's April 13th, I'm Cory with the story, and this is Tampa Bay News today, your AI-powered local news. Tampa Bay Rays shaking up their rotation for a big series against the New York Yankees. Drew Rasmussen is back on the mound for the finale, giving them a shot at a sweep after a bullpen game against the Chicago Cubs on April 7th. Meanwhile, Shane McClanahan gets pushed to April 12th against the Chicago White Socks. Rasmussen's return anchors the staff just in time, especially with the Yankees looming. McClanahan, the two-time All-Star, hasn't pitched in the major since August 2023 due to Tommy John's surgery and an elbow nerve. Problem. He missed two full seasons. Fans and the team are breathing easier with these moves, as McClanahan eases back in. Facing the last place White Socks, who scored just 43 runs so far, beats dodging the Yankees lineup with 61 runs. He's still working through post injury tweaks. Fast ball and slider velocity aren't peak yet, but this matchup lets him build confidence

1:01without max. Pressure. Spring training flashes haven't fully hit the regular season. Rays stay aggressive in the AL East Hunt, banking on these starters to keep the momentum rolling into the next series.