Anthony Volpe embracing Yankees’ World Series expectations
Anthony Volpe will make his first postseason appearance with the Yankees. But unlike most young players, the shortstop already knew what to expect in the Bronx long before he was a first-round pick in 2019. “For me, growing up as a fan, what makes the Yankees the Yankees is winning and winning the World Series,” […]
Yankees well-aware of threat Jose Ramirez, Guardians pose
To many in the baseball-watching community, the Guardians are just another thorny hurdle for the Yankees to overcome as they face the crosstown Mets and fellow juggernaut Dodgers in the long-awaited World Series. And while they're somewhat of an unknown, they will present a challenge to the Yankees in Game 1 of the ALCS, which […]
Yankees need this trio’s redemption tour to continue vs. Guardians
Aaron Boone claimed that the Yankees were on the verge of being able to utilize their deep roster in multiple Division Series situations, but never got there. Instead, he channeled his inner Pat Riley and played less time in the playoffs against the Royals. Coach Boone had 15 position players, 10 of whom were starters, […]
Yankees give Game 1 ALCS start to Carlos Rodon over Clarke Schmidt
Carlos Rodon gets a chance to start over in Game 1 of the ALCS. The Yankees selected Rodon, who failed to start in the fourth inning of Game 2 of the ALDS, as the starting pitcher for Monday's series opener against the Guardians. Manager Aaron Boone indicated Sunday that Gerrit Cole was scheduled to start […]
Yankees’ Game 1 starter decision coming down to two choices
For at least one more day, the Yankees were close to confirming their starter for Game 1 of the ALCS. It's almost certain that either Carlos Rodon or Clark Schmidt will be selected for Monday's game against the Guardians, but manager Aaron Boone insisted the Yankees had not yet made a decision as of Saturday […]
Where Yankees’ first base situation stands heading into Game 1 of NLCS
The Yankees have not yet made a decision on first baseman Anthony Rizzo's potential participation in the ALCS as he is receiving treatment for a broken finger he suffered the day before the end of the regular season. But somewhat surprisingly, Oswaldo Cabrera and John Berti played like veterans on the field and chipped in […]
Slumping Austin Wells drawing praise from Yankees for stellar defense
Austin Wells took extra batting practice on the field at Kauffman Stadium before Game 4 of the Finals between the Yankees and Royals, but unlike Giancarlo Stanton's extra practice the day before, Wells extended his no-hitter streak to 11 at-bats. Thursday night in the postseason in Kansas City. However, his work behind the plate has […]
Yankees learn ALCS opponent after Guardians-Tigers ALDS Game 5
The Guardians head to Yankee Stadium for another round of playoff baseball. Fresh off a Game 5 win over the Tigers on Saturday, the Guardians will be the Yankees' next challenge in the ALCS, which begins Monday night in the Bronx. The Yankees have faced the Guardians many times in October over the past few […]
Yankees open as biggest ALCS favorite since 2000 World Series run
Gambling Content 21+. When you sign up through our links, the New York Post may receive an affiliate commission. Please read our editorial standards for more information. Oddsmakers like the Yankees' chances in the American League Championship Series. The Bronx Bombers are rated as one of the biggest championship favorites in recent ALCS history against […]
Grand slam lifts Guardians over Tigers in ALDS, setting up date with Yankees for American League pennant
The Detroit Tigers' magic is over. The Cleveland Guardians returned to the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2016, winning the decisive Game 5 of the ALDS against the Tigers, 7-3. After both teams traded zero runs until the fourth inning, Detroit took the lead in the fifth inning with an RBI […]