Barring an absolute miracle, the Yankees’ game last night against the Tigers was entirely free of playoff implications, but that wasn’t the case in other cities around the American League. There were even some key head-to-head battles with the Astros and Rangers continuing their AL West rodeo, the Rays attempting to keep Red Sox hopes fading, and the Twins trying to fully bury the Guardians for the AL Central crown. Let’s check in on all of them.
Wild Card Mix
Toronto Blue Jays (77-62) 7, Oakland Athletics (42-97) 1
Baby Bomber alum Ken Waldichuk did his part, defying the odds somewhat in a disappointing rookie season to battle Blue Jays right-hander Chris Bassitt for six shutout innings.