New York could not complete a sweep as Will Warren opened with six runs in the first inning, stalling the offense’s rally against Chicago’s bullpen. They still took three of four from contenders, and now shift to Minnesota for a pivotal road trip. The Twins series kicks off a final stretch that will influence postseason positioning, with questions about Warren’s postseason role and late-inning options for the bullpen looming large.

The focus shifts to Target Field as fantasy managers parse bullpen usage and lineups for a strong closing run. Watch Garrett Crochet and Aroldis Chapman for late-inning leverage, and gauge how Warren’s early-season control trades off with the Yankees’ need for depth and stability in October.

Toronto's magic number to clinch a playoff berth is four, and nine to win the AL East. At 87-62 with 13 games left, the Jays hold tiebreakers over Detroit, New York and Boston, giving them a prime seed and a straightforward path to the postseason. Six home games against the Red Sox and Rays and seven on the road define a balanced finish that favors Toronto.

Texas (79-71) has 12 to play; if Toronto wins four and Texas loses the rest, both reach 91 wins, but Toronto still wins the tiebreak. New York sits four back with 13 to go, Boston 5.5 back with 12 left. The era’s new rule makes the Jays’ position clearer as they chase the division while staying mindful of their rivals’ schedules.