Yankees Advance in ALCS with Game 2 Win

In a crucial ALCS Game 2, Yankees captain Aaron Judge broke out of a postseason slump, hitting his first home run of the playoffs, contributing to a 6-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. Judge's homer, a 414-foot shot, came after an earlier missed opportunity and seemed to lift a weight off his shoulders as he had been struggling with a .133 batting average. Meanwhile, Juan Soto also made headlines by hitting a historic home run, becoming the youngest player to hit postseason homers for three different teams at just 25 years old. The Yankees showcased a disciplined offensive strategy, with key players drawing walks to capitalize on their opponent's pitching mistakes. Guardians players and coaches acknowledged the challenge posed by the Yankees' powerful lineup, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peak performance against their star hitters. As the teams continue their playoff battle, the Yankees' resurgence since 2017 adds another layer to their competitive spirit in the postseason.