# Rasmussen's ALCS Plan

> Rasmussen says postseason doesn't require more than preparation and execution for ALCS start.
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- Summary: Rasmussen says postseason doesn't require more than preparation and execution for ALCS start. Drew Rasmussen believes his postseason success comes from…
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## Rasmussen's postseason confidence
Rasmussen felt comfortable pitching in ALCS Game 1 after learning from past mistakes.

> You don't necessarily have to try harder just because it's the postseason
## ALCS Game 1 details
ALCS Game 1: Monday, 8 p.m. ET on TBS/truTV/UniMas/HBO Max at Tropicana Field.
## Rasmussen's no-hitter
Rasmussen carried a no-hitter into the eighth inning of a 1-0 win over the Yankees.
## Manager's confidence
Manager Kevin Cash called Rasmussen the 'pretty obvious, easy choice' for ALCS start.
## Rasmussen's preparation
Rasmussen has prepared for ALCS Game 1 after watching Guardians' Game 5 victory.
## Rasmussen's lesson
Rasmussen says postseason success comes from preparation and execution, not trying harder.

> I wish i could go back and tell a younger version of me that exactly what you've done to get to this point is the exact same thing that will provide success moving forward
## Key takeaway

Drew Rasmussen believes his postseason success comes from consistent preparation, not trying harder.