Both teams have been winning with smoke and mirrors thanks to injuries. A series against each other in Los Angeles offers a test of just how good they are.
Anthony Volpe, 21, grew up rooting for Derek Jeter. Making the Yankees’ opening day roster after a hot preseason, Volpe will try to pick up where his idol left off.
Intentional walks have fallen out of favor, but with every run in the postseason being precious, teams may be tempted to force a different Yankees batter to beat them.