It was a tense but rousing week in Yankees universe, New York taking two of three from two of their biggest rivals, with the games often ending in dramatic fashion. It was a fun, nervy time to be a fan, made all the better since the Yankees ultimately gained ground on most of their key foes. With another win in hand on Sunday, let’s see how the rest of the American League fared.

Texas Rangers (74-70) 4, Houston Astros (78-66) 2

The Astros dominated the Rangers Saturday, but couldn’t follow it up Sunday, dropping a key series to Texas.

This one started as a pitcher’s duel, Patrick Corbin and Framber Valdez trading zeroes. The only run to score in the early going was a bit fluky, Dylan Moore coming home when Jonah Heim struck out swinging but catcher Yainer Diaz dropped the pitch. Moore a

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