Yankees Defeat Severino, Athletics 12-2 in Series Finale

Luis Severino, a former Yankees pitcher now with the Athletics, faced his old team for the first time, resulting in a lopsided 12-2 Yankees victory. The Yankees' offense, led by Aaron Judge and featuring contributions from eight different hitters, overwhelmed Severino early, forcing him out after four-plus innings. The Yankees showcased speed and strategic hitting rather than relying solely on home runs, highlighted by a grand slam from Ben Rice and aggressive base running by Jasson Domínguez. Severino, who overcame injuries and had a strong rebound season with the Mets before joining the Athletics, expressed mixed feelings about his former team, including some frustration over the Yankees' past grooming policies but still affection for the organization and his former teammates. Judge and Severino shared mutual respect, with Severino praising Judge's consistency and Judge calling Severino a 'bulldog' on the mound. The game underscored the Yankees' offensive versatility and continued success while marking a challenging moment for Severino against his longtime former team.