For the fourth time in the last seven years, the Yankees find themselves back in the ALCS. After an intense series win against the Kansas City Royals in the ALDS, the Yankees will make their 19th ALCS appearance, which is the most since the championship series was introduced in 1969. The last time the Yankees found themselves here was back in 2022...

An October win is a win. The Yankees pull out a close one against the Kansas City Royals in game one of the ALDS to give them a 1-0 series lead. Game One had five lead changes, which set a record for most in a baseball postseason game.

It is a new day in the American League. The Astros and Orioles have both been eliminated, and the Yankees have a clear path to the World Series. Before that, they will face the Kansas City Royals. The Royals are hot right now after their impressive sweep against the Baltimore Orioles.