The New York Yankees picked the perfect night to look like a team built for October. Behind a masterful performance from Max Fried and two more jaw-dropping swings from Aaron Judge, the Yankees cruised to an 8-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday. It wasn’t just another victory—it was a statement.

The win brought New York into a tie with the Toronto Blue Jays atop the AL East, both teams sitting at 90-68. Thanks to Boston’s victory over Toronto, the Yankees suddenly find themselves with a clear path: finish one game better than the Jays in the final stretch, and the division crown—and likely a first-round bye—will belong to the Bronx Bombers.

Judge Delivers Again When It Matters

Aaron Judge once again made Yankee Stadium his personal theater. Down 1-0 in the second inning, Judg

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