The Yankees sit three games back in the AL East with 18 to play, chasing a four-game swing against Toronto aided by a tiebreaker in the Blue Jays’ favor. NYY’s plan centers on riding their stars while balancing the lineup—Caballero at short could replace Volpe, and Judge, Bellinger, and Grisham must power the offense as Volpe’s drastic dip raises questions about playing time and future roles.

The bullpen must stabilize after a brutal loss, and the schedule offers relief: Detroit, Boston, then a string of non-contenders. If NYY can pattern a 13-5 finish while TOR halts at 9-9, the division could flip, though the odds are steep and every win counts for fantasy managers watching who plays and when.