The American League East is shaping up to go right down to the wire. How do teams stack up for September as we head toward the MLB Playoffs?
As we head into Labor Day weekend, four of the five teams in the American League East have a shot making the MLB postseason.
With around 30 games to go in the 2016 season, The Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles are within four games of each other. Another 2.5 back of the second Wild Card sits the New York Yankees.
It is possible that three playoff spots come out of the East, or only the division winner. With the Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros and defending world champion Kansas City Royals in the mix, anything can happen.
As play turns back into the division, there is a decent chance we could see clarity in a couple weeks. Or, this wacky pennant race can churn down to the last week of the season. Imagine the other division winners giddy with joy as their starting pitchers are lined up and rested for the playoffs as the East teams devour each other hoping to play meaningful October baseball.
We know these teams can hit. Fans of the division hope they can pitch. Whether you are a fan of the resurgent Yankees or are hoping the Red Sox bullpen gets their act together, September promises to provide a bumpy ride where the winner will go into the Fall bruised, but not beaten.
All along the East Coast this month, buckle up and enjoy. Some of us might enjoy it.
Here is a look at the craziest month of the regular season from Tampa to Boston.
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