From one point of view, Fernando Cruz’s words were an acknowledgment of the obvious. From another, they could be viewed as a warning for potential opponents come October.

“We’re in the [position] of identifying the best position possible [for] everyone to succeed,” Cruz told a handful of reporters in a mostly empty clubhouse after the Yankees beat the AL East-leading Blue Jays, 3-1, on Saturday at Yankee Stadium to move within three games of first place . “As soon as we put the switch where it needs to go, it’s going to be scary.''

Cruz was one of three relievers used by Aaron Boone — along with Luke Weaver and David Bednar — to record the final nine outs. Bednar retired all four batters he faced, striking out three, to earn his 21st save of the season and fourth since being acquired

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