Has the reduction in divisional play impacted storied rivalries such as this one, or Dodgers/Giants, which dates to the 19th century – older than the entire American League – and which shaped westward expansion when they jointly moved to California in 1958?

After another win over the New York Yankees, the Boston Red Sox were unclear about why they are dominating their longest rival. The Red Sox hope to field more inquiries about getting another victory over the Yankees on Sunday night when the American League East foes conclude a four-game set in New York.

After an eighth straight loss against the Red Sox, the Yankees are running out of time to prove they belong in the playoffs.