The Yankees survived a 12-game gauntlet against four likely playoff clubs, going 7-5 and locking in the top AL wild-card path as they close with a favorable schedule. Boone’s sleep strategy and Judge’s arm rehab shaped decisions, while a deep rotation and improving bullpen helped the push into October.

Key fantasy takeaways: Judge’s cautious ramp and looming October arm usage; Caballero’s rise over Volpe at short; Bednar as closer and a bullpen finding its footing; Gil and Schlittler fueling the rotation depth; Grisham and Bellinger stabilizing the outfield as Dominguez develops, making late-season lineups and playoff projections dynamic and compelling.