By losing 3 straight to the red hot Indians with a 4-game set against Boston approaching, the Yankees could have easily been buried. Instead, quality starts from CC, Tanaka, and Severino propelled the team to a series win against the Sox — keeping hopes of winning the AL East alive.
Let’s talk about some defining stats.
Yankee starters vs Chris Sale
The Yankees are 4-1 in games that Chris Sale has started against them this season. Much of the team’s success can be attributed to the quality starts turned in by starters who have dueled the Cy Young candidate in 2017.