Top of the East

The Yankees clinched the American League East championship with their 4-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox this afternoon. Despite starting the year 0-8 against their longtime rivals, the Yankees were able to fight back and eventually split the 18-game season series. The Yankees also won their 100th game of the season behind Andy Pettitte’s six innings and Mariano Rivera’s 43rd save. The division title was the Yankees first since 2006. Though the job isn’t done yet, today is a good day for the Yankees and for the fans.