BRONX, N.Y. — From a macro perspective, the New York Yankees took care of business and won their series against the Texas Rangers. They became the first team in the Junior Circuit to win 20 games and remain in first place in the American League East. Thankfully, they don’t grade on style points. Chalk it up to rust but it was like pulling teeth as the Yankees pulled out a pair of victories.
Three up:
Nestor Cortes: Cortes was outstanding, and his legend continues to grow. The funky throwing southpaw held the Rangers without a hit through 7.