So, the Yanks and Sox end up with 92 wins. That's only 1 winless than the CWS, who play in an easy division and 3 less than the Astros, who played a tough schedule. The Rays blew everyone away with 100 wins.
I certainly want us to beat the Yanks. I think we can. We are at home. Recent trends may point to a loss, but where have recent trends ever been any good at predicting future trends, this wild season?
Sure, the Yanks got to Eovaldi the last time, but he is a gamer, and it was only 2 ER over 5 IP, and he has a 3.13 ERA vs the Yanks, this year (.605 OPS Against).
On the other hand, Cole has given up 3 ER in 6 IP and 3 ER in 5 IP his last 2 games vs the Sox. He has a 4.91 ERA vs the Sox in 2021 (.852 OPS Against)