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Yankees sweep Red Sox in Wild Card Series, advance to ALDS to face Rays
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The New York Yankees swept the Boston Red Sox in the best-of-three Wild Card Series, outscoring them 18-2 and advancing to the ALDS with a 9-2 win in Game 2.
- Luis García Jr., acquired at the trade deadline, contributed significantly with a home run in Game 2, showcasing his power at Yankee Stadium and marking his first postseason experience.
- The Red Sox bullpen struggled significantly, allowing multiple runs in both games, including key failures from relievers Garrett Crochet and Garrett Whitlock, which contributed to Boston's early elimination.
- Yankees pitchers Max Fried and Cam Schlittler dominated the series, limiting Boston's offense and enabling the Yankees to avoid using ace Gerrit Cole until the upcoming ALDS.
- The Yankees will face the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALDS starting Saturday, while the Red Sox head into the offseason after consecutive Wild Card Series exits.
