The Opener: Rays, White Sox, Yamamoto

MLB Trade Rumors • October 6, 2026 • sports

Key Points:

The Yankees lost Game 2 largely due to poor defense, becoming the first team since 2010 to have more players commit errors than get hits in a game.
The Tampa Bay Rays took a 2-0 lead in the ALDS by beating Cam Schlittler, with their effective small ball strategy and consistent offensive pressure.
The Chicago White Sox also lead their series 2-0 after overcoming Gavin Williams, who was removed after five innings despite 11 strikeouts, with the White Sox poised to clinch at home for the first time since 1906.
Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto is set to start Game 3, marking his first postseason appearance since his standout 2025 World Series performance, where he earned MVP honors.
Yamamoto, who finished third in NL ERA this season, will face off against Chris Sale in tonight’s matchup.