The New York Yankees find themselves on the brink of elimination in a seven-game series, a hateful memory of their 2004 ALCS collapse to the Boston Red Sox. While the first two games were closely fought, the Yanks surrendered, that too at the Yankee Stadium, in Game 4 held on Monday.
Clarke Schmidt’s 2.2 innings implosion cost the New York Yankees early 3 runs, and the hitters failed to capitalize on opportunities and put runs on the board, resulting in a 4-2 loss. However, with the make or break Game 4 on the horizon, Yankee manager Aaron Boone didn’t rule out a shocking comeback.
Aaron Boone Backs Yankees Despite 0-3 Deficit
Down 3-0 in the World Series, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone remains hopeful, urging his team to become “this amazing story” and “shock the world.” After a tough 4-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3, Boone focused on the immediate task: winning Tuesday’s Game 4 at Yankee Stadium, a game that could be the first step toward a monumental comeback. Notably, only one team in MLB history has rebounded from a 3-0 deficit to win a seven-game series, and the Yanks have the chance to rewrite that history in their favor this time around. Having said that, during the regular season, the Bombers led MLB with 237 home runs and ranked third in total runs scored.
But their bats have been noticeably quiet in the World Series, managing just seven runs in three games. Despite the odds, Boone sees a sliver of hope in Game 4. With starter Luis Gil on the mound, the Yankees will likely have a pitching edge, while the Dodgers are expected to rely on a bullpen game. Boone knows that if the Yanks’ powerful bats can erupt and tire out the Dodgers’ relievers, New York could gain enough momentum to extend the series. Should they succeed, they’ll have Gerrit Cole lined up for Game 5, bringing additional strength to the team’s comeback attempt. Ultimately, for Boone and the Yankees, Game 4 isn’t just another must-win. It’s a chance to ignite the team and capture the Bronx faithful’s belief in a comeback. A win would give them the fuel they need to keep fighting, but it all starts with taking Tuesday’s game.
Aaron Judge Takes Blame For World Series Collapse
Aaron Judge is feeling the pressure as the Yankees teeter on the edge of elimination in the 2024 World Series. After the team’s 4-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3, Judge admitted that he feels he’s letting the team down by not delivering at the plate.
“I’m not doing my job right now. I’ve got to pick it up,” Judge said. His struggles are painfully evident as he went 0-for-3 with just one walk in Monday’s game. Judge’s performance has fallen short of the impact typically expected. While fans at Yankee Stadium tried to uplift Aaron Judge with a standing ovation, the reality of the situation remains challenging.
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