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<h2>Yankees' Playoff Prospects</h2>
<p>Despite the <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/new-york-yankees-team" target="_blank">Yankees</a> showing improvement on the field, it appears unlikely they will catch the <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/toronto-blue-jays-team" target="_blank">Blue Jays</a> for the AL East title. This weekend gave a glimpse of what postseason matchups might look like, particularly a potential wild-card series against the Red Sox.</p>
<p>For the Yankees to secure their place in the playoffs, they will need to maintain their top position in the American League wild card rankings. The Astros, <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/seattle-mariners-team" target="_blank">Mariners</a>, and <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/texas-rangers-team" target="_blank">Rangers</a> are strong competitors if the Red Sox falter. After a series win in Boston, the Yankees can be optimistic about their chances.</p>
<p>During a challenging two-week stretch against the <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/houston-astros-team" target="_blank">Astros</a>, Jays, <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/detroit-tigers-team" target="_blank">Tigers</a>, and <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/boston-red-sox-team" target="_blank">Red Sox</a>, the Yankees went 7-5, winning series against all teams except Detroit. However, they currently sit four games behind Toronto in the standings.</p>
<p>The Yankees are set for an easier schedule ahead, facing three teams below .500—the <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/minnesota-twins-team" target="_blank">Twins</a>, <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/baltimore-orioles-team" target="_blank">Orioles</a>, and <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/chicago-white-sox-team" target="_blank">White Sox</a>. Even with a strong performance, Toronto could still claim the division title depending on their record in the coming weeks.</p>
<p>Though it's possible for the Yankees to overtake the Blue Jays, the latter has displayed consistency throughout the season, making a dramatic drop unlikely. As of now, projections from FanGraphs give Toronto a 92% chance of winning the division.</p>
<p>The Yankees are reliant on their pitching, particularly with standout performances from their ace, <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/max-fried-player" target="_blank">Max Fried</a>, who has made a significant impact this season. Additionally, <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/mlb/aroldis-chapman-player" target="_blank">Aroldis Chapman</a> has excelled as a closer, boasting impressive stats that make him nearly unassailable on the mound.</p>
<h3>Upcoming Matchups</h3>
<p>This week, all eyes will be on the matchup between the Rangers and the Astros in a critical series that could impact playoff positioning. The Rangers are determined to catch the Astros for the final A.L. wild-card spot and have ace pitchers lined up for this intense confrontation.</p>
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