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This postseason defeat was notable because the Yankees' bats, which had been formidable during the regular season, failed against what was widely considered inferior pitching—an ensemble of Blue Jay relievers. Players like Lewis Farland, Mason Flu Hardy, Sir Anthony Dominguez, and others held the Yankees to minimal hits, a performance that defied expectations. Even Jeff Hoffman, who gave up two hits, couldn’t mask the overall ineffectiveness of the lineup.