This is Mel Antonen's most recent column. Check out Rod Beaton's baseball column, also. They were the fastest team to win 60 games since William Howard Taft was president.
Biggest surprise is that the pitching staff held together.
Also, the Yankees achieved a new level of greatness even though Chuck Knoblauch, Tino Martinez, Bernie Williams and Derek Jeter have either played below their capabilities or spent time on the disabled list. Given their pitching depth and their experience, the Indians have the best chance to knock off the Yankees in the postseason. Their strong bullpen will lead them into the World Series. Outfielder Greg Vaughn carried them in the first half with his home-run power. Kevin Brown and Andy Ashby could be the best 1-2 pitching combination in baseball.