Yankees Prepare for ALCS Decisions on Rizzo

Yankees manager Aaron Boone is considering a blend of players for first base duties in the upcoming ALCS, with Oswaldo Cabrera and Jon Berti stepping up in the absence of Anthony Rizzo, who is recovering from fractured fingers. Despite their inexperience at first base, Cabrera and Berti performed well during the ALDS against the Royals. Boone also hinted at expanding the pitching staff for the ALCS, moving from an 11-man to a potential 12 or 13-man roster due to the series' back-to-back game format. Cody Poteet could be a candidate for this expanded roster, bringing solid statistics and versatility. The choice of Game 1 starter remains uncertain, depending on the outcome of the Tigers-Guardians matchup, with Carlos Rodon favored against the Tigers and rookie Luis Gil for the Guardians based on their respective performances against left- and right-handed pitchers.