Yankees’ power surge powers a September push in the AL East
New York has homered in 18 straight games, climbing back into the division race with a month to play.
The long ball is back in the Bronx, and it has turned a scramble for a wild card into a real division chase.
Key takeaways
- Home runs in 18 straight games
- Eight of the last ten series won
- Gap in the division shrinking fast
What happened
The Yankees lead the majors in home runs since August 1 and have won eight of their last ten series.
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Why it matters
Winning the division means avoiding the best-of-three Wild Card Series, a significant edge for a team built around its top starters.
New York has homered in 18 straight games, climbing back into the division race with a month to play.
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What to watch next
- Head-to-head series with division rivals
- Strikeout rate of the lineup
- Fifth starter decision
