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State of the Race: Tale of Two Games (and Seasons)

Justin Sablich, nytimes.com

If the Yankees win the division, Sunday's victory may be the game that defines the season. But if Baltimore takes the A.L. East, it will be Saturday's defeat in Toronto that should haunt them most.

Kevin Kaduk, yahoo.com

David Price became the first 20-game winner in Tampa Bay Rays history on Sunday, pitching seven strong innings in a 6-2 win over the Chicago White Sox. The tall lefty also earned another cool honor with the victory, becoming the 15th member of "The…

Sean Newell, deadspin.com

The Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 6-3 Sunday afternoon before beginning a season-ending series with the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday. They hoped to clinch a playoff spot in front of their fans at Camden Yards while watching game one of a day-nig…