Yankees Reveal Who Third Starter Would Be For Potential Red Sox Wild Card Series Matchup

The New York Yankees are preparing for a potential best-of-three Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox, with manager Aaron Boone hinting at the starting pitcher for Game 1. Cam Schlittler is expected to take the mound for the Yankees in the first game of the high-stakes matchup. Max Fried is likely to start Game 2, given his impressive season ERA of 2.63, compared to Gerrit Cole's current 3.67 ERA.

Boone revealed that the Yankees are leaning towards Gerrit Cole for the crucial Game 3, should they advance to that stage. However, Cole has struggled in his recent starts, raising questions about his suitability for the decisive game. If the Yankees opt to start Cole over Fried in Game 3, it could prove to be a poor strategic decision, especially if they lose the first game.