Yankees clinch playoff berth and chase AL East title
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 2:20 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The New York Yankees secured a postseason berth for the third consecutive year following the Toronto Blue Jays' loss on September 14. With a record of 82 wins this season, the Yankees aim to close a four-game gap between them and the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East. A significant matchup lies ahead as the Rays visit the Yankees for a four-game series from September 22-24. Aaron Judge's recent return from injury is expected to enhance the Yankees’ lineup, while their elite pitching staff leads the league in team ERA.
- •Yankees clinched postseason berth on September 14.
- •Yankees entered Monday trailing Rays by four games in AL East.
- •Upcoming four-game series against Rays set for September 22-24.
- •Aaron Judge returned from injury, impacting lineup dynamics.
- •Yankees lead MLB in team ERA despite pitching injuries.
- 2:20 AMCBS MLB — Yankees clinch playoff berth: Three reasons why they can end their World Series drought this year
"The Yankees have secured a spot in the postseason; now they'll look to chase down the Rays in the AL East
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