The Yankees had nine straight games against the rival Rays and Blue Jays and went 7-2 along the way.
Next, they’ll face a real test when the Astros visit the Bronx. The defending American League champions trail the Yankees for the best record in the AL and have won six of their last seven. Their pitching staff also ranks third in MLB with a 3.04 ERA.
Even the rolling Yankees realize this could be an ALCS preview, and making the Astros crash back down to Earth would be ideal.
Houston Astros (43-25) at New York Yankees (51-18)
Time: 7:05 p.