Yankees struggle offensively against Rays in ALDS, face elimination

The New York Yankees have recorded only five hits across 18 innings in the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays, trailing 0-2 in the best-of-five series., the Yankees’ middle-order hitters are 0-for-33 with 11 strikeouts and one walk. Manager Aaron Boone's left-handed-heavy lineup has not produced results, prompting questions about potential changes for Game 3. The series now shifts to Yankee Stadium, where the Yankees face elimination with a third consecutive right-handed starter, Nick Martinez, set to pitch against them.

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