AL East within reach, red-hot Yanks close season vs. O's

Published: Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 8:23 am

Yankees Eye AL East Title After Dominant Streak

The New York Yankees are on the cusp of securing the American League East title and potentially the best record in the AL, riding a wave of momentum with eight consecutive wins. The team's regular season concludes Sunday with a home game against the Baltimore Orioles.

The Yankees' pursuit of the division crown has been a hard-fought battle. They currently share the division lead with the Toronto Blue Jays, a tie that has persisted for five days. The Yankees' recent surge has been particularly impressive, going 24-8 in their last 32 games and 10-1 in their past 11. This turnaround comes after a period where they trailed Toronto significantly, falling behind by as many as 6.5 games.

Key players are peaking at the right time. Aaron Judge has been on a tear, hitting his ninth home run in 16 games Saturday and driving in three runs, boasting an MLB-leading .331 average. Giancarlo Stanton is also heating up, with home runs in consecutive games and a strong performance over his last four games.

The Orioles, with a record of 75-86, have struggled against the Yankees this season, going 4-8 in their matchups. Their offense has faced challenges, as highlighted by their recent struggles to score runs.

On the mound, Luis Gil will start for the Yankees, while Kyle Bradish will take the mound for the Orioles.

BNN's Perspective: The Yankees' late-season surge is a testament to their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. While securing the division title would be a significant achievement, the team's focus on controlling their own performance and remaining adaptable to any playoff scenario is a sign of a well-managed and determined team.

Keywords: New York Yankees, AL East, Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Baltimore Orioles, Luis Gil, Kyle Bradish, MLB, baseball, playoffs, division title, winning streak

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