The Yankees used 15 position players and 11 pitchers in the ALDS. Saturday, Yankees manager Aaron Boone said they’ll have at least 12 pitchers in the ALCS. There’s one less off day in the seven-game series, and Games 3-5 will be played consecutively from Thursday to Saturday. They don’t need 13 pitchers, so expect a 14-12 split in the ALCS.

The New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians begin their American League Championship Series on Monday night at Yankee Stadium.

After the Yankees coasted to a four-game victory over the Royals in the ALDS, they’d have good reason to stick with a similar formula — and roster — for the ALCS. However, several developments, including the best-of-seven format of the next round and some health question marks,