the Yankees are that team that even if you analyze the AL East and conclude that there are 2 teams way better than them they still can always win that division if everything goes their way.
I think they can win the division even with flaws. Even though they're aging, they still have a wealth of talent. The Rays would be my pick to win the division over NY and Bos. in a close race. I think that some of their players from last year will improve, Burrell gives them a solid presence in the middle of the lineup that should benefit the hitters above him, Upton is on the brink of becoming Griffey of the mid-90s, and most of all, that pitching staff looks better, having learned how to win from April to October.
