With the first series against the Red Sox down, the Yankees will look to similarly win another series against a division rival. The Blue Jays are the favorites to win the AL East and the pennant, so every game against them matters.
Right-handed pitcher Jameson Taillon will make his first start of the year for the Yankees. He was fully able to participate in spring training after October ankle surgery, and the Yankees are hoping for a fully healthy season from him — something that’s proven elusive. Taillon showed a lot of promise after building up his arm strength last season while making 29 starts, so hopefully he gets into a nice groove even faster in 2022.