Yankees Defeat Red Sox To Advance AL Division Series

The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox in a decisive Game 3 of the American League Wild Card series, advancing to the Division Series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler made history by pitching eight scoreless innings with 12 strikeouts and no walks, dominating the Red Sox lineup. The Yankees' offense capitalized in the fourth inning through aggressive baserunning and hustle, turning a tense game into a 4-0 victory without relying on power hitting. Key plays included Cody Bellinger's hustle double that shifted momentum and Amed Rosario's timely hits, despite earlier criticism of Boone's lineup decisions. Jazz Chisholm Jr. contributed defensively and with an important walk that led to a go-ahead run in Game 2, helping the Yankees even the series before the final win. The team's victory energized both players and fans, marking a significant postseason moment for the Yankees.