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Yankees reduce magic number to clinch playoff spot to one

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 10:58 PM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Yankees reduce magic number to clinch playoff spot to one

Summary

The New York Yankees secured a 2-0 victory against the Mets on Sunday, reducing their magic number to one to clinch a playoff spot. A win against the Minnesota Twins on Monday night will officially secure their postseason berth, as will a loss by the Toronto Blue Jays, who face the Detroit Tigers the same evening. This potential clinching comes after the Yankees sought help from other teams over the weekend but ultimately have the chance to control their own fate. With 13 games remaining and a division title still in reach, the Yankees aim for success beyond just reaching the playoffs, as noted by player Aaron Judge.

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By the Numbers

•Yankees win 2-0 over the Mets on September 13.
•Magic number to clinch playoff spot now at one.
•Victory against Twins needed for postseason berth.
•Yankees aiming for division title with 13 games remaining.
•Aaron Judge emphasizes focus on winning the World Series.

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10:58 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees’ magic number to clinch a playoff spot is down to 1

What they're saying

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The Yankees can clinch a playoff spot on Monday — and this time, they control their own destiny. Sunday afternoon’s 2-0 victory over the Mets whittled the Yankees’ magic number down to one. That means a win on Monday night in Minnesota would officially secure the Yankees (86-63) a place in the postseason. A loss by the Toronto Blue Jays, who host the Detroit Tigers on Monday night, would also ...
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