Yankees Clinch Playoff Berth with 2-1 Win Over Mariners in 10 Innings, First AL Team in Postseason

Sep 19, 2024, 04:49 AM

The New York Yankees have clinched a playoff berth with a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners in 10 innings. Anthony Rizzo played a key role by driving in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning. The Mariners' Julio Rodriguez made a critical baserunning error, getting thrown out at third base after dodging Randy Arozarena's bat. Austin Wells made a heads-up play to nab Rodriguez, contributing to the Yankees' win. With this victory, the Yankees become the first American League team to secure a postseason spot and now hold a five-game lead in the AL East, their largest of the season. This marks the Yankees' 7th postseason berth in the last 8 seasons. The Mariners' loss keeps the Houston Astros five games ahead in the standings with 10 games left to play.