CBS Sports | Mike Axisa: There was some question as to what level Edwin Encarnacion would play at upon returning from an oblique injury. Encarnacion missed three weeks with the ailment and didn’t get into game action prior to the playoffs, yet he hasn't missed a beat so far against the Twins. The veteran slugger has scalded nearly every pitch thrown his way, as he’s already looking like a lineup cornerstone again.
New York Post | Joel Sherman: In both Games One and Two of the ALDS, the Yankees batted Brett Gardner (Brett Gardner!