SAN FRANCISCO – The Yankees heard all winter that they were “running it back,” as though that constituted a flaw. They prefer to view it as a strength.
Cast in a starring role for Major League Baseball’s opener on Netflix Wednesday, the Yankees looked every bit ready for prime time. Their offense came at the Giants in waves, building an early lead that allowed Max Fried to cruise in a 7-0 victory ...
The Yankees' opening win demonstrates their offensive prowess, building on their league-leading run total from last season. Max Fried, who stepped into the role of Yankees ace last season, pitched well despite a shaky first inning. The game featured the debut of the Automatic Ball-Strike (ABS) system, with José Caballero being the first to challenge the technology. Aaron Judge, the reigning MVP, struggled at the plate, striking out four times in his first five at-bats. This performance highlight...