Yankees rely on homegrown talent in ALDS against Rays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The New York Yankees are set to face the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL Division Series, with key contributions expected from homegrown players. Notable prospects like Ben Rice and Cam Schlittler excelled in the Wild Card Series against Boston, where Rice recorded six RBIs in Game 1. Aaron Judge praised rookie George Lombard Jr. and the potential of the younger players. Yankees will look to leverage this homegrown talent as they aim for success against the AL champions.
- •Ben Rice hit two homers in the Wild Card Series opener.
- •Cam Schlittler throws in Game 2 after a strong Wild Card showing.
- •George Lombard Jr. has impressed in his first postseason experience.
- •Yankees face Rays in a best-of-five AL Division Series.
- •Yankees drafted these key players in recent years, indicating strong player development.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — How these 7 Yankees homegrown players can impact ALDS vs Rays
"Ben Rice, Cam Schlittler and George Lombard Jr. are among the Yankees' drafted players who will be leaned on during the AL Division Series against Tampa Bay.
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