Despite losing their last two games, the New York Yankees have done plenty of winning lately as they chase another AL East title.
A victory Tuesday night could have special significance for their ace.
CC Sabathia has an excellent chance for his first 20-win season as he faces the Baltimore Orioles -- a team he's dominated throughout his career -- at Yankee Stadium, where he's won his last 16 decisions.
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"It'd be cool," Sabathia said of the potential feat last week. "We're still trying to wrap up the division. It's hard to think about personal accomplishments."
The major league leader in wins, Sabathia (19-5, 3.02 ERA) is a big reason why the Yankees are atop the East, becoming a top contender for his second AL Cy Young Award by going 15-2 with a 2.40 ERA since the beginning of June.
He's 11-0 with a 2.27 ERA this season in the Bronx, where he hasn't lost since July 2, 2009 -- tying Whitey Ford's franchise record by making 21 straight home starts without a loss.
The big left-hander also won 19 games in 2007 and 2009, getting one chance at a 20th victory last year. But he lasted 2 2/3 innings in a 13-4 loss to Tampa Bay on Oct. 2.
He should have several opportunities this season, but he may only need one. He has won each of his last eight starts against Baltimore, improving to 13-1 with a 2.59 ERA in his career versus the Orioles.
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