Yankees clubhouse manager Lou Cucuzza makes sure to have enough champagne and plastic sheeting (to protect lockers and equipment) on hand for the days of possible clinching games.

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The two walked side by side across the clubhouse and into the office of manager Terry Collins, who let out a cackle so loud it could be heard from down the hall.

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"I'm sure there is frustration in the clubhouse at this point, " Mets general manager Sandy Alderson said.

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