[Errata: In the previous chapter, the defensive positions of Jose Altuve and Correa were mistakenly swapped; the former is a second baseman, the latter is a shortstop. Additionally, readers have pointed out in the comments that Hinch played an opposing role in the Astros cheating scandal. The author has made some modifications at the end of the last chapter, and hereby explains.]
After defeating the Houston Astros, the New York Yankees, greatly boosted in morale, welcomed a sweet schedule.
In the remaining half-month of May's schedule, their next four round series opponents are not considered strong:
Besides the Kansas City Royals in the American League Central Division, which are relatively decent, the other teams like the Tampa Bay Rays and Oakland Athletics are now at the fish belly level, and the Yankees continue to harvest victories from these teams.
