Yankees seek to continue momentum against Rays in playoffs

The New York Yankees face the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Division Series after defeating the Boston Red Sox 18-2 in the Wild Card round. The Yankees, already without star Aaron Judge, look to maintain their offensive momentum against a Rays team known for its strong home record of 55-26. The Yankees will rely on heavy hitters, coming off a series where they ranked first in postseason OPS and home runs. Game 1 will feature Yankees ace Gerrit Cole against Rays starter Drew Rasmussen, who holds a strong career ERA against New York. As the series progresses, the Yankees aim to exploit the Rays’ pitching splits with a lineup predominately made up of left-handed hitters.

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