Aaron Judge was a legend. Giancarlo Stanton was a hero. The Yankees were approaching the doorstep of their first World Series in 15 years.

And then it was no more, a generational moment slipped through the cracks of time.

The Yankees <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/10/17/sports/guardians-possess-new-energy-after-all-time-thriller/">had the Guardians in a chokehold</a>, on the verge of taking a 3-0 series lead, following back-to-back home runs — off seemingly untouchable closer Emmanuel Clase — by two of the most prolific sluggers of their time.

Aaron Judge was a legend. Giancarlo Stanton was a hero. The Yankees were approaching the doorstep of their first World Series in 15 years. And then it was no more, a generational moment slipped thr…{ai:summary}<p>The Yankees were poised for a World Series appearance after a strong performance in the ALCS, highlighted by back-to-back home runs from Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. However, their momentum faltered, leaving the series competitive once again. </p><p>#sports</p>

This Yankees playoff run just got interesting with some crazy swings in Cleveland

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