ESNY predicted the Yankees and Blue Jays would split a four-game series, and what a split it was indeed.
This was a highly important series for the Yankees, even in April. The Blue Jays were a thorn in New York’s side all last season, winning the season series 11-8. Their retooled roster, plus Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s continued presence, showed they meant business in 2022.
Fortunately, so did the Yankees against Toronto this week. After getting shut out on Monday, New York refocused and all three remaining games were what fans expected: a playoff series in October.