The Yankees announced their 26-man roster for the wild-card series against the Red Sox, including three catchers and key bullpen choices, with Game 1 scheduled for Tuesday in The Bronx, as they aim for their 28th championship.
The Philadelphia Phillies have included two rookies, Orion Kerkering and Weston Wilson, in their wild-card roster for the playoffs against the Miami Marlins. Kerkering has impressed with his slider and could be a valuable late-inning option. Wilson's strong performance in the minors earned him a spot as an extra right-handed bat. The Marlins' roster features many left-handers, making Wilson's inclusion even more strategic. Surprisingly, Michael Lorenzen did not make the roster despite being acquired by the Phillies as a reliever.