MLB Mid-September Check-in: AL West

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Jeremy Peña #3 of the Houston Astros celebrates with Cam Smith #11 after the game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on September 10, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Astros defeated the Phillies 2-1. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images Every day, Pinstripe Alley offers updates on what the Yankees’ top American League opponents are up to through the Rivalry Roundup. The AL East is well-trodden ground there,

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