The New York Yankees defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2 in Game 2 of the American League Division Series on Sunday, october 8, 2023, at Rogers Center in Toronto. The victory gives New York a 2-0 series lead.
Aaron Judge hit a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning, propelling the Yankees to their second consecutive win against the Blue Jays.Gerrit Cole pitched six strong innings, allowing two runs and striking out six, while the Yankees’ offense capitalized on opportunities to extend their lead. This marks a significant step for the Yankees in their pursuit of a championship, as they aim to advance to the American League Championship Series.The Yankees took an early lead in the first inning with a sacrifice fly by Giancarlo Stanton, scoring aaron Judge. Toronto responded in the third with a two-run single by Bo Bichette, briefly taking the lead. Though, the Yankees regained control in the sixth, highlighted by JudgeS decisive home run. new York added insurance runs in the eighth and ninth innings, solidifying their advantage.
The series now shifts to Yankee Stadium for Games 3 and 4 on Tuesday and Wednesday. A win in either of those games would secure the Yankees’ passage to the ALCS. The blue Jays, facing elimination, will need to win both games in New York to force a decisive Game 5 back in Toronto.