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The New York Yankees finished fourth in the AL East with a 93-68 record, suffering an ALDS sweep by the Tampa Bay Rays. We analyze the impact of signing Max Fried, the injury crisis affecting Aaron Judge and Clarke Schmidt, and the need for offseason pitching upgrades. Key players discussed include Austin Wells, Cody Bellinger, Jasson Dominguez, and Gerrit Cole.

The episode breaks down the Yankees' divisional standing, highlighting their struggles against left-handed pitching and the loss of Oswaldo Cabrera to the Reds. We examine the strengths of the catching position and the weaknesses in bullpen depth, with concerns over David Bednar's role and the reliance on Tim Hill. Predictions focus on signing another top-tier starter and trading for a batting-order upgrade.

With Stephen A. Smith demanding changes, we provide a realistic 95-win projection for 2027. The hosts discuss the urgency of protecting Aaron Judge upon his return and whether the current roster can compete with Cleveland and Chicago. Final thoughts emphasize patience and aggressive offseason moves to secure a World Series berth.

In this episode: Divisional Standing & AL East Context · Strengths, Weaknesses & Injury Report · 2027 Win Projection & Offseason Outlook.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/nyy/2026-10-18/transcript.html

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