The New York Yankees , riding a five-game winning streak, suddenly look like a team finding its stride at the right moment.

Friday night’s matchup with the Chicago White Sox isn’t just another game — it’s a chance to prove this surge isn’t a mirage.

Momentum in baseball can feel fragile, but for the Yankees, each win stacks confidence and belief like bricks in a fortress.

To climb the AL East standings, victories like Friday’s matter, especially against weaker opponents they cannot afford to squander.

Stanton’s Role in the Field

Manager Aaron Boone revealed his Friday lineup with Giancarlo Stanton once again starting in right field , a move that raised eyebrows.

Stanton has been swinging one of the hottest bats in the lineup, but his defensive usage has been carefully managed due to

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