When the Yankees took a 2-0 lead early in Game 2 of the ALDS, they looked to be in the catbird seat. They led a Cleveland team whose lineup has run cold in October, having produced a measly three runs over their first 33 postseason innings. Spotted a quick advantage, it seemed the Yankees would be well on their way to a comfortable series lead if their pitching could continue to keep the Guardians’ bats quiet.
Yet the pitching did just that, and still here we are, with the Yankees on their way to Ohio with the series tied 1-1.