One of the less talked but no less intense rivalries in the American League is renewed tonight when the Yankees (74-56) open a three-game series against the Astros (65-66) in the Bronx. Winners of six of their last seven, the Yankees have pulled to within three games of the Rays who sit atop the AL East. Houston has lost three of their last four to drop a half game behind the Rangers in the AL West. They also sit a half game in back of the Guardians for the final Wild Card spot.
Despite Aaron Judge’s continued absence, the Yankees’ bats have come alive. Over the last five games, New York is averaging five runs per game. Couple that with a…
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