The Yankees are experiencing a notable offensive resurgence, averaging 5.65 runs per game, boosted by improved leadoff production. Historically, they've struggled to fill this role effectively, but their current performance marks a significant turnaround compared to previous seasons. In 2024, they were ranked low in on-base percentage and wRC+, but have climbed to fourth and third respectively in the current season. Interestingly, this improvement isn't attributed to one standout leadoff hitter, but rather a collective effort from players, indicating a broader trend of offensive activation throughout the lineup.
"What's been really interesting about this improvement is that there hasn't been A Leadoff Guy this year, which many fans and pundits said the team needed."
"The only other time they've been all that close was in 2022, when Aaron Judge led off in 34 games trying to chase down home run No. 62."
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