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The Yankees’ pattern of success—making the playoffs consistently—clashes with their inability to advance deeper into October. They are a talented team but frequently fall short against teams better suited or better prepared. The Blue Jays exemplified this, showing strategic acumen and offensive dominance, led by Guerrero.
Unless the Yankees overhaul certain strategic elements—restructuring roster construction, improving starting pitching depth, or making bold front-office moves—they risk re-entering the same cycle: good regular seasons marred by postseason heartbreak. As the team faces an uncertain offseason, fans and critics alike wait to see if foundational changes will break this pattern or if the Yankees will remain stuck in a cycle of promise, disappointment, and reflection.