There are not many positives the Yankees can take away from the mostly-lifeless showing against the Blue Jays this week. The Bombers lost three out of four divisional games at the worst possible time, adding much unneeded stress to the season finale against the Marlins. In their three losses, the offense mustered only seven runs while the pitching imploded to the tune of 29 runs surrendered. However, the Yankees can feel encouraged by one development from the disappointing series.
Aroldis Chapman confused viewers and Statcast alike Thursday night with a diabolical pitch to Alejandro Kirk.