The New York Yankees have fought their way to a 13-9 record through their first 22 games of the season.

The Yankees have been playing much better baseball recently, as they have won eight of their last 11 games to move atop the standings in the AL East.

They’ve only lost two series this season and are 5-2 against the Boston Red Sox.

Currently owners of the second-best record in the AL, it is safe to say the Yankees are surpassing most experts’ expectations.

Here are five things we have learned from the Yankees thus far this season.

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