Overview

• Toronto closed out the series with a 5-2 win in Game 4, outscoring New York 34-19 and outhomering it 9-3 across the four games.
• The result fits a broader October pattern under Aaron Boone, whose clubs are 25-27 in the postseason, including 10-23 against non‑AL Central opponents.
• Opinion writers are calling for the end of Brian Cashman’s tenure, citing a championship drought since 2009 despite one of MLB’s highest payrolls.
• Trade‑deadline bullpen additions drew criticism after Jake Bird was quickly demoted and other moves had limited impact, though David Bednar has performed well in October.
• Aaron Boone is expected to return next season under the two‑year extension he signed in February.