The New York Yankees and the New York Mets have both advanced to the League Championship Series in the 2024 MLB playoffs. The Yankees clinched their ALCS berth with a Game 4 win over the Royals, while the Mets secured their spot with a win over the Phillies. The Dodgers and Guardians also forced Game 5s in their respective series. The playoff schedule is set with the League Championship Series beginning on Sunday, Oct. 13, and the World Series starting later in October. The Astros’ streak of ALCS appearances ended, and the Orioles went winless in the playoffs. The Detroit Tigers defeated the Houston Astros 5-2 in Game 2 of the AL Wild Card Series, securing a 2-0 series win, while the Kansas City Royals also advanced with a 2-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. In the NL Wild Card Series, the Milwaukee Brewers tied the series 1-1 with a 5-3 win over the New York Mets, but the San Diego Padres secured a 2-0 series win by defeating the Atlanta Braves 5-4. The Mets then clinched the series with a 3-2 win over the Brewers in Game 3.
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The Yankees suffered an 8-4 loss to the Blue Jays in a series finale marked by four errors, further complicating their AL East standings. Despite a strong early defense, misplays in critical moments, particularly by Max Fried and Cody Bellinger, allowed Toronto to capitalize, leading to manager Aaron Boone stressing the need for defensive improvement as they prepare for a demanding schedule ahead. Want More Context? 🔎
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