The Yankees came to Toronto riding high on their comeback series win against the Red Sox. But after losing Game 1 by a score of 10-1, all that hype has melted away faster than an ice cream kept in an oven. The Bronx Bombers are down 1-0 in the ALDS, their bullpen construction clearly showing signs of weakness. The Blue Jays hit 14 times, thanks in part to Alejandro Kirk’s two home runs. The Yankees’ struggle is perfectly exemplified by the performance of their pitcher: Luke Weaver.

The Yankees’ biggest problem right now is Luke Weaver’s change from being a hero in October last year to being a liability this year. Last year, he had a 1.76 ERA in 12 playoff games, struck out 16 batters, and got four saves during the World Series run. His regular season in 2025 was just as reliable, with a

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