The New York Yankees are gearing up for their playoff push, and fans can’t wait—though the team might appreciate a bit more time before the action starts.
Depending on how things shake out, the Yankees could kick off their postseason on Tuesday in a wild-card series. Or, if they hold off the Toronto Blue Jays to snag the AL East division title, they’ll get a few extra days of rest before the American League Division Series (ALDS) on Saturday. Either way, this is their shot to bounce back from last October’s heartbreak, when they fell just short of the franchise’s 28th World Series championship.
Now, the big question buzzing among Yankees fans: Out of the full roster, which 26 players will make the playoff cut? And here’s the thing—it’s not set in stone. The team could tweak it for each round, just like they did last year to match the matchup and stay flexible.
Take last season as a guide. For the ALDS, the Yankees rolled with 11 pitchers and 15 position players. Things shifted in the AL Championship Series (ALCS), where they went to 12 pitchers and 14 position players. They swapped in Anthony Rizzo and Marcus Stroman for Ben Rice and Duke Ellis, and even added Mark Leiter Jr. mid-series after Ian Hamilton got hurt. By the World Series, it was 13 pitchers and 13 position players, bringing Nestor Cortes on board in place of Jon Berti.
With the Yankees playoffs heating up, manager Aaron Boone and the front office will likely make similar smart moves to build the perfect lineup for a deep run. Stay tuned as the roster decisions unfold—could this be the year they finally grab that elusive 28th title?
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