A year after missing the playoffs for the first time in seven years, the New York Yankees secured a postseason berth with more than a week remaining in the regular season. Manager Aaron Boone credited improved health, enhanced focus, and overall team improvement for their success this year. The Yankees clinched their playoff spot with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners in 10 innings.
Pitcher Nestor Cortes highlighted the team's motivation this season, fueled by the disappointment of missing the playoffs last year. With the best record in the American League at 89-63, the Yankees lead the AL East by five games over the Baltimore Orioles with 10 games left to play. This marks the 59th postseason appearance in franchise history, as the team aims to end their World Series drought dating back to 2009.
