September 30, 2018

How the Yankees survived a season that went wrong

BOSTON — If a season goes right — if a team clinches a playoff spot with some days to spare — a full-circle-like regression to spring training occurs. A club sends out roughly half its positional starters for a few at-bats and pre-programs who will pitch that day pretty much regardless of score or situation….

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