Overview

• The Yankees have clinched a playoff berth and remain tied with the Blue Jays at 91-68 with three games left, all against the Orioles.
• Max Fried led MLB with 19 wins and finished at 2.86 ERA with 189 strikeouts over 32 starts in his first year in New York.
• Carlos Rodón wrapped up an 18-9 season with a 3.09 ERA in 33 starts, going 7-2 with a 2.52 ERA over his final 10 outings and surpassing 200 strikeouts.
• Aaron Judge praised Fried as “an ace,” and Rodón called it “a tremendous first year,” reflecting the clubhouse’s confidence in the newcomer.
• Reporting indicates Fried would likely start Game 1 if the Yankees play a Wild Card Series, with rotation strength seen as pivotal for October.