Yankees suffer playoff exit after ALDS sweep by Rays

The New York Yankees were eliminated from the playoffs after being swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Division Series. The Yankees struggled defensively in Game 2, committing four errors and losing key players, including Aaron Judge to a season-ending calf injury. This postseason defeat marks a disappointing end to a season filled with struggles, including a mid-summer stretch where they lost 15 of 20 games. With the team now out of contention, they face a long offseason ahead to reevaluate their future strategies.

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