AL East teams could make postseason history with multiple playoff spots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The American League East could have four teams in this year’s postseason. As of August 10, the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays, and Boston Red Sox appear likely to qualify, while the Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles are still in contention for the final Wild Card spot. Six teams are within four games of the Wild Card, making each game crucial as the postseason approaches. Despite recent trade activity, both the Blue Jays and Orioles remain in the hunt for a playoff berth, potentially achieving historic division representation in October.
- •The Yankees, Rays, and Red Sox are playoff favorites.
- •Six teams are competing for the final Wild Card spot.
- •The Blue Jays and Orioles are within range of playoff contention.
- •The Orioles traded key players at the deadline but still compete.
- •Each remaining game is critical for postseason aspirations.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — American League East Could Make History If Blue Jays Or Orioles Make Postseason
"The American League East could have four postseason teams this year
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