Bleacher Report · Sep 30, 2021
Rays Clinch Home-Field Advantage Throughout 2021 AL Playoffs with Win vs. Astros
The road to the World Series in the American League runs through Tampa Bay.
The Tampa Bay Rays clinched the No. 1 seed in the AL playoffs and home-field advantage with a 7-0 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday. Drew Rasmussen allowed a single hit in five shutout innings, while Brandon Lowe and Ji-Man Choi spearheaded the offensive effort with home runs.
With home-field advantage now in their back pocket, the Rays will face the winner of the single-elimination AL Wild Card Game. They also have the chance to set their rotation and capitalize on the advantage having the No. 1 seed provides.