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Yankees eliminate Red Sox, advance to ALDS with two dominant victories

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 6:49 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Yankees eliminate Red Sox, advance to ALDS with two dominant victories

Summary

The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 9-2 in Game 2 of the Wild Card Series on September 29, 2026, securing a 2-0 series sweep. This follows their 9-0 win in Game 1. Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised his team's performance and expressed confidence for the upcoming ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Yankees' starters' strong pitching minimized bullpen stress, allowing for two days of rest ahead of the ALDS opener. Discussions are underway regarding the potential return of Aaron Judge from the injured list for the series against the Rays.

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By the Numbers

•Yankees win Game 1 and Game 2 decisively, 9-0 and 9-2.
•Aaron Boone highlights team's ability to compete against top teams.
•The Yankees face the Rays in the ALDS starting October 3, 2026.
•Strong pitching from Yankees reduces bullpen workload ahead of ALDS.
•Aaron Judge's potential return could impact Yankees' lineup.

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6:49 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees’ Aaron Boone Makes Strong Statement After Eliminating Red Sox

What they're saying

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After winning 9-0 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series, the New York Yankees followed it up with a 9-2 victory in Game 2 to officially eliminate the Boston Red Sox and advance to the ALDS to take on the Tampa Bay Rays.The Yankees were once again firing on all cylinders […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Boone Makes Strong Statement After Eliminating Red Sox appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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