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Victor Mesa Jr., Rays hang on in Game 3 to complete sweep over Yankees, reach ALCS
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Key Points:
- Victor Mesa Jr. hit a decisive first career postseason home run, propelling the Tampa Bay Rays to a 4-3 victory over the New York Yankees in ALDS Game 3 and securing a series sweep.
- A potential Yankees two-run homer by Anthony Volpe was downgraded to a double due to clear fan interference, preserving the Rays' lead and sparking frustration among Yankees fans.
- The Rays' bullpen, led by Bryan Baker, successfully closed out the game, sending Tampa Bay to the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2020.
- The Yankees failed to lead at any point during the series and will enter the offseason after consecutive ALDS eliminations, ending their bid for a second World Series appearance in three years.
- Tampa Bay will face the winner of the ALDS between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians, with the Guardians forcing a Game 4 after a 9-3 win in Game 3.
