Each year in the second-half of the MLB season, some teams take off while others seem to simply falter. We’re now about 100 games into the season with 62 left to go. Here’s what’s happening in the AL.
Here we at the end of month three of the 2009 Major League Baseball season with about 75 games played and 87 to go. There’s been some movement, drift and milestones In the American League as the West is in flux, the Central is looking a tad odd and the East looks like it can change at any moment. Let’s take a quick look at each division.
The Wild Card Boston Red Sox (95-67) meet the Los Angeles Angels (100-62) in the first round of the American League playoffs. As is often the case, pitching is of primary importance. With that in mind, this looks to be a close series. Both clubs possess excellent starters and fine bullpens. But if it comes down to hitting, then the Red Sox’s vast firepower should win it.
