The Yankees went on the road and did exactly what they were supposed to do against two of the weaker teams in the American League. They took both series from the Baltimore Orioles and Kansas City Royals to widen their first place lead as they return to the Bronx.
They will host the San Diego Padres, who come in with a 28-25 record in their first season after signing Manny Machado. Their young rotation is led by early rookie of the year candidate Chris Paddack, and in the bullpen former Yankees Kirby Yates has not blown a save.