Three American League teams clinch postseason spots with wins today. The Yankees defeat the Blue Jays, 9 – 6, and the Orioles beat the Red Sox, 6 – 3, to remain tied atop the AL East. When the Rangers defeat the Angels, 8 – 7, in the second game of a doubleheader, all three teams are assured of claiming at least a wild card spot.

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On September 30, 2012 — Three American League teams clinch postseason spots with wins today. The Yankees defeat the Blue Jays, 9 – 6, and the Orioles beat the Red Sox, 6 – 3, to remain tied atop the AL East. When the Rangers defeat the Angels, 8 – 7, in the second game of a doubleheader, all three teams are assured of claiming at least a wild card spot.

 

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