The Yankees have their backs against the wall when the team reaches Game 3 of the ALDS. They have lost their last 2 games against the Jays, and now everyone is focusing on Carlos Rondon to keep the Yankees’ season alive. Hal Steinbrenner’s $300 million investment has backfired, leaving Yankees fans restless and critics circling. The Yankees’ killer, Aaron Judge, now faces the pressure of sparking a turnaround instead of being the moment’s hammer. For the Yankees, it is no longer related to their reputation; it is now related to survival.

The series has shown multiple issues within the Yankees. Game 1 was a brutal 19-1 loss; however, Game 2 stung the nerves. Right-hander Try Yesavage carved through Aaron Boone’s lineup with 5 1⁄3 hitless innings and 11 strikeouts. It has made the Yankees’

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