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Yamamoto shuts down Yankees, Freeman homers again as Dodgers win 4-2 for 2-0 World Series lead
Read full article: Yamamoto shuts down Yankees, Freeman homers again as Dodgers win 4-2 for 2-0 World Series leadYoshinobu Yamamoto allowed one hit over 6 1/3 innings, Freddie Freeman homered for the second straight night and the Los Angeles Dodgers hit three early longballs off Carlos Rodรณn to beat the New York Yankees 4-2 for a 2-0 lead in the World Series.
Orioles hold off Yankees 7-6 in 10 innings after Gerrit Cole makes his season debut for New York
Read full article: Orioles hold off Yankees 7-6 in 10 innings after Gerrit Cole makes his season debut for New YorkCedric Mullins hit a tiebreaking single in the 10th inning and scored on a throwing error to help the Baltimore Orioles hold off the New York Yankees 7-6 in a wild finish.
Being an MLB catcher is grueling work. That's not slowing this year's best on offense
Read full article: Being an MLB catcher is grueling work. That's not slowing this year's best on offenseCatchers are finding a way to contribute as much at the plate as behind it while withstanding the challenges that come from playing the gameโs most taxing position.
Trevino wins grant from MLB Players Trust for charity that teaches art to those with special needs
Read full article: Trevino wins grant from MLB Players Trust for charity that teaches art to those with special needsWhen Jose Trevino took a teen leadership class taught by Sherri Davis in high school the New York Yankees catcher couldnโt have imagined the long-lasting impact it would have.
Can the Astros bounce back after Opening Day collapse?
Read full article: Can the Astros bounce back after Opening Day collapse?Losing in choking fashion is always a tough scene, but thereโs still plenty of time to salvage this opening series. The โStros still have three more games against the Yanks today, tomorrow and Easter Sunday.
Juan Soto throws out tying run at plate in 9th inning of Yankees' debut, 5-4 win over Astros
Read full article: Juan Soto throws out tying run at plate in 9th inning of Yankees' debut, 5-4 win over AstrosJuan Soto threw out the potential tying run at the plate in the ninth inning of his Yankees debut after starting New Yorkโs comeback from a four-run deficit in a season-opening 5-4 win over the Houston Astros.
Juan Soto, Yanks agree to $31 million deal, record for arbitration-eligible player
Read full article: Juan Soto, Yanks agree to $31 million deal, record for arbitration-eligible playerJuan Soto and the New York Yankees have agreed to a $31 million, one-year contract, breaking Shohei Ohtaniโs record for an arbitration-eligible player.
Astros' Peรฑa, Tucker, Phillies' Realmuto win Gold Gloves
Read full article: Astros' Peรฑa, Tucker, Phillies' Realmuto win Gold GlovesAstros rookie shortstop and AL Championship Series MVP Jeremy Peรฑa won his first Gold Glove Award and Houston right fielder Kyle Tucker joined his teammate on the list announced before Game 3 of the World Series.
Cole cruises, Bader, Rizzo bash, Yanks beat Guardians 4-1
Read full article: Cole cruises, Bader, Rizzo bash, Yanks beat Guardians 4-1Gerrit Cole cruised for most of the night, Harrison Bader and Anthony Rizzo homered and the New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 in their AL Division Series opener.
Yanks' Judge heads on road still at 61 homers; 4 games left
Read full article: Yanks' Judge heads on road still at 61 homers; 4 games leftAaron Judge wonโt break the American League home run record at Yankee Stadium, remaining at 61 as New York headed on the road for its final four regular-season games after a 3-1 loss to the Baltimore Orioles.
Judge still at 60, homerless in 4th straight, Yanks win 7-5
Read full article: Judge still at 60, homerless in 4th straight, Yanks win 7-5Aaron Judge went homerless for the fourth straight game and remained one shy of Roger Marisโ American League record of 61 as the New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox 7-5 to close in on their first AL East title since 2019.
Judge stuck at 60 home runs, Yankees beat Red Sox 5-4
Read full article: Judge stuck at 60 home runs, Yankees beat Red Sox 5-4Aaron Judge was held without a homer for the third straight game, keeping him at 60 for the season and one shy of Roger Marisโ American League record, and the New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4.
Judge hits 58th and 59th homers, Yanks beat Brewers 12-8
Read full article: Judge hits 58th and 59th homers, Yanks beat Brewers 12-8Aaron Judge hit his 58th and 59th home runs of the season to move within two of Roger Marisโ American League record with 16 games remaining and lead the New York Yankees over the Milwaukee Brewers 12-8.
Judge homers twice to reach 57, Yanks beat Sox 7-6 in 10
Read full article: Judge homers twice to reach 57, Yanks beat Sox 7-6 in 10Aaron Judge hit his major league-leading 56th and 57th home runs, Gleyber Torres had a go-ahead three-run double in the 10th inning and the New York Yankees held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 7-6.
Judge's 55th homer, IKF's slam lead Yanks to sweep of Twins
Read full article: Judge's 55th homer, IKF's slam lead Yanks to sweep of TwinsAaron Judge started the first-game comeback with his major league-leading 55th home run, Isiah Kiner-Falefa hit a go-ahead grand slam in the nightcap and the New York Yankees swept a doubleheader from the Minnesota Twins 5-4 and 7-1.
Judge 48th HR, Yanks beat Mets 4-2 to sweep Subway Series
Read full article: Judge 48th HR, Yanks beat Mets 4-2 to sweep Subway SeriesAaron Judge hit a 453-foot drive halfway up the bleachers for his 48th home run and added an RBI single during a seventh-inning rally, boosting the Yankees past the Mets 4-2 for a two-game sweep in a Subway Series both teams hope was a World Series prelude.
Judge 47th HR, Yanks top Scherzer, Mets 4-2 in Subway Series
Read full article: Judge 47th HR, Yanks top Scherzer, Mets 4-2 in Subway SeriesAaron Judge connected off Max Scherzer for his major league-leading 47th home run, Andrew Benintendi drove in two runs and the New York Yankees withstood a botched popup by rookie Oswaldo Cabrera to beat the Mets 4-2 for their first Subway Series win this season.
Sagging Yankees win for just 10th time in 30 games, top Jays
Read full article: Sagging Yankees win for just 10th time in 30 games, top JaysAndrew Benintendi hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the seventh inning and the New York Yankees got a win they desperately needed, beating the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 to avoid a four-game sweep.
Springer, Guerrero lead Jays to 9-2 rout of slumping Yanks
Read full article: Springer, Guerrero lead Jays to 9-2 rout of slumping YanksGeorge Springer went 5-for-5, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a three-run homer to cap a five-run second inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays routed the slumping New York Yankees 9-2.
Arozarena's early homer sends Rays past skidding Yankees 3-1
Read full article: Arozarena's early homer sends Rays past skidding Yankees 3-1Randy Arozarena hit a three-run homer off Nestor Cortes in the first inning and the Tampa Bay staff made it stand up, leading the Rays over the skidding New York Yankees 3-1.
Lucky 13: Mariners top Yankees in extras for tense 1-0 win
Read full article: Lucky 13: Mariners top Yankees in extras for tense 1-0 winPinch-hitter Luis Torrens singled with one out in the 13th inning to score Eugenio Suรกrez, and the Seattle Mariners beat the New York Yankees 1-0 in a game dominated by the starting pitching of Gerrit Cole and Luis Castillo.
Judge hits 43rd HR, Yanks beat Ms 7-2 for winning home mark
Read full article: Judge hits 43rd HR, Yanks beat Ms 7-2 for winning home markAaron Judge hit his major league-leading 43rd home run, Jose Trevino had his first multihomer game and the New York Yankees beat the Seattle Mariners 7-2 in a series opener between teams bulking up for the postseason.
Judge hits grand slam for 41st HR, Yanks rally past Royals
Read full article: Judge hits grand slam for 41st HR, Yanks rally past RoyalsAaron Judge became the first big leaguer with 40 homers this season, smashed a grand slam for No. 41 and robbed a home run in right field as the New York Yankees rallied to beat the Kansas City Royals 11-5.
Mets top Yanks 6-3 in Subway Series matchup of leaders
Read full article: Mets top Yanks 6-3 in Subway Series matchup of leadersEduardo Escobar hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer that capped a four-run, first-inning rally, and the New York Mets beat the Yankees 6-3 in a rare Subway Series matchup of first-place teams.
Judge homers again as Cortes, Yankees roll past Orioles 6-0
Read full article: Judge homers again as Cortes, Yankees roll past Orioles 6-0Aaron Judge hit his major league-leading 37th home run, fellow All-Star Nestor Cortes pitched six sharp innings and the New York Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-0.
Ohtani a 2-way All-Star again; 6 Yankees, 5 Braves, Astros
Read full article: Ohtani a 2-way All-Star again; 6 Yankees, 5 Braves, AstrosLos Angeles Angels sensation Shohei Ohtani repeated as a two-way All-Star when he was picked for the AL pitching staff, two days after he was elected to start at designated hitter.
Steinbrenner realizes may take record price to keep Judge
Read full article: Steinbrenner realizes may take record price to keep JudgeYankees owner Hal Steinbrenner realizes there is a chance the price may be going up to sign Aaron Judge to a long-term contract after the star sluggerโs outstanding first half.
Rizzo, Stanton homer as Yankees win 6-1, sweep 2 from Guards
Read full article: Rizzo, Stanton homer as Yankees win 6-1, sweep 2 from GuardsAnthony Rizzo and Giancarlo Stanton blasted consecutive homers, Nestor Cortes shut Cleveland down for six innings and the New York Yankees continued their torrid winning pace by beating the Guardians 6-1 to complete a doubleheader sweep.
Astros' Tucker tries to steal home amid PitchCom malfunction
Read full article: Astros' Tucker tries to steal home amid PitchCom malfunctionHoustonโs Kyle Tucker was thrown out when he tried to steal home while New York Yankees starter Luis Severino tinkered with his malfunctioning PitchCom device.
Yankees' Judge walks off Astros for 2nd time in 4 days
Read full article: Yankees' Judge walks off Astros for 2nd time in 4 daysAaron Judge drove a three-run homer in the 10th inning for his second walk-off hit against Houston in four days, and the New York Yankees recovered after nearly being no-hit for the second consecutive game, beating Houston 6-3 to split a four-game series between the ALโs best teams.
Payday: Judge wins it for Yankees on eve of salary showdown
Read full article: Payday: Judge wins it for Yankees on eve of salary showdownAaron Judge lined a game-winning single on the eve of his salary arbitration showdown, capping a four-run ninth inning that included Aaron Hicksโ tying three-run homer off closer Ryan Pressly in the New York Yankeesโ 7-6 victory over the Houston Astros.
Judge homers twice, Yankees come back to beat Rays 5-4
Read full article: Judge homers twice, Yankees come back to beat Rays 5-4Aaron Judge hit his major league-leading 26th and 27th home runs, Jose Trevino delivered a two-run shot that put New York ahead in the eighth inning and the Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4.
Cole no-hit bid into 8th, Yanks beat Rays 4-2 for 50th win
Read full article: Cole no-hit bid into 8th, Yanks beat Rays 4-2 for 50th winGerrit Cole took a no-hit bid into the eighth inning, Aaron Hicks hit a tiebreaking triple in the ninth as Manuel Margot slammed into the right-field wall and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-2 for their 50th win.
Carpenter hammers Cubs; 2 HRs, 7 RBIs in Yanks' 18-4 rout
Read full article: Carpenter hammers Cubs; 2 HRs, 7 RBIs in Yanks' 18-4 routMatt Carpenter homered twice and tied his career high with seven RBIs, powering the New York Yankees to complete a weekend sweep of the Chicago Cubs with a 18-4 rout for their 11th win in 12 games.
Yanks' Cole loses perfect game night after Taillon's bid
Read full article: Yanks' Cole loses perfect game night after Taillon's bidGerrit Cole pitched perfectly into the seventh inning a night after teammate Jameson Taillon lost his bid in the eighth, Aaron Judge homered and had four hits on his bobblehead night, and the New York Yankees thumped the Detroit Tigers 13-0.
Taillon loses perfecto in 8th, Yanks rally to sweep Angels
Read full article: Taillon loses perfecto in 8th, Yanks rally to sweep AngelsJameson Taillon took a perfect game into the eighth inning, then fell behind before the New York Yankees rallied past the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 on a clutch swing by pinch-hitter Anthony Rizzo.
Thor hammered in NY return, Yanks hand Halos 6th loss in row
Read full article: Thor hammered in NY return, Yanks hand Halos 6th loss in rowNoah Syndergaard was rocked in his return to New York, giving up Matt Carpenterโs two-run homer in a four-run first inning that propelled the Yankees over the reeling Los Angeles Angels 9-1.
Emotional Trevino delivers for Yanks on late dad's birthday
Read full article: Emotional Trevino delivers for Yanks on late dad's birthdayJose Trevino hit a game-ending single in the 11th inning, fulfilling a dream of his father who died nine years ago, and the ailing New York Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-6.
Anderson's HR hushes Yankees, lifts Chisox to twinbill sweep
Read full article: Anderson's HR hushes Yankees, lifts Chisox to twinbill sweepTim Anderson hit a three-run homer and then put a finger to his lips to silence the booing fans, capping a tumultuous weekend at Yankee Stadium and helping the Chicago White Sox beat New York 5-0 for a doubleheader sweep.
Cortes pitches 8 crisp innings as Yankees beat White Sox 5-1
Read full article: Cortes pitches 8 crisp innings as Yankees beat White Sox 5-1Nestor Cortes pitched a career-high eight innings and the New York Yankees took advantage of Michael Kopechโs one wild stretch by beating the Chicago White Sox 5-1.
Judge hits 3-run HR in 9th to give Yanks 6-5 win over Jays
Read full article: Judge hits 3-run HR in 9th to give Yanks 6-5 win over JaysAaron Judge hit a mammoth three-run drive in the ninth inning for his first walk-off home run in the major leagues to give the New York Yankees a 6-5 comeback victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.
Cortes takes no-hit bid into 8th, Yanks beat Rangers 1-0
Read full article: Cortes takes no-hit bid into 8th, Yanks beat Rangers 1-0Nestor Cortes took a no-hit bid into the eighth inning before Eli White singled, and Anthony Rizzo doubled in a run in the bottom half to lift the New York Yankees over the Texas Rangers 1-0 for their sixth straight series win.
Cole, Yanks sweep Guardians in series blighted by fan issues
Read full article: Cole, Yanks sweep Guardians in series blighted by fan issuesGerrit Cole bounced back from the shortest start of his career, Anthony Rizzo powered an early offensive barrage and the New York Yankees pounded the Cleveland Guardians 10-2 to complete a three-game sweep in a series marred by fan misbehavior.
Dalbec's HR helps Red Sox avoid sweep, beat Yankees 4-3
Read full article: Dalbec's HR helps Red Sox avoid sweep, beat Yankees 4-3Bobby Dalbec hit a tiebreaking solo homer in the sixth inning and the Boston Red Sox avoided a season-opening sweep against their longtime rival with a 4-3 win over the New York Yankees.
Brantley, AL West-leading Astros rally late, top Rangers 5-4
Read full article: Brantley, AL West-leading Astros rally late, top Rangers 5-4Michael Brantley tied the game with a two-run single in Houston's five-run seventh inning as the AL West-leading Astros rallied for a 5-4 win over the last-place Texas Rangers.
Maldonado homers, Greinke goes 7 as Astros rout Rangers 10-4
Read full article: Maldonado homers, Greinke goes 7 as Astros rout Rangers 10-4Martรญn Maldonado homered and drove in three runs to back seven solid innings from Zack Greinke, and the Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 10-4 for their fourth straight victory.
AP sources: Fernando Tatis Jr., Padres agree on 14-year deal
Read full article: AP sources: Fernando Tatis Jr., Padres agree on 14-year dealFILE - In this Aug. 17, 2020, file photo, Texas Rangers catcher Jose Trevino kneels by the plate as San Diego Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. watches his grand slam during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)SAN DIEGO โ Fernando Tatis Jr. has helped make baseball fun again in San Diego. Giancarlo Stanton, now with the New York Yankees, signed a 13-year, $325 million deal with Miami in 2015. Bryce Harper signed a 13-year, $330 million deal with Philadelphia in 2019. The biggest deal by dollars remains Mike Trout's $426.5 million, 12-year contract signed with the Angels in 2019.
Daz, Brantley 3 RBIs each, Astros beat Lynn, Rangers 8-4
Read full article: Daz, Brantley 3 RBIs each, Astros beat Lynn, Rangers 8-4HOUSTON Aledmys Daz hit a three-run homer and Michael Brantley added three RBIs, leading Zack Greinke and the Houston Astros to an 8-4 win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday. Lynn's performance came after the Astros hit eight homers off him in four starts last season. Brantley had three hits, capped by a two-out, two-run double in the eighth that pushed the lead to 8-4. Daz was playing in just his fourth game this season after he sustained a groin injury in the season opener. Astros: Lance McCullers Jr. (3-2, 5.06) will start for Houston on Friday when itopens a four-game series against the Angels.
Tatis connects twice for HR lead, Padres rout Rangers 14-4
Read full article: Tatis connects twice for HR lead, Padres rout Rangers 14-4Texas Rangers catcher Jose Trevino and San Diego Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. watch the flight of Tatis's grand slam ball that came off a pitch from Rangers relief pitcher Juan Nicasio in the eighth inning of a baseball game in Arlington, Texas, Monday Aug. 17, 2020. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)ARLINGTON, Texas Fernando Tatis Jr. homered twice, including a grand slam for his major league-leading 11th of the season, and the San Diego Padres routed the Texas Rangers 14-4 on Monday night to stop a five-game losing streak. Austin Hedges connected on his second homer, a solo shot in the fourth, as the Padres set their season high for runs. TINGLER'S HOMECOMINGFirst-year San Diego manager Jayce Tingler capped 13 seasons in the Texas organization with a return to the big league staff when Chris Woodward was hired for the 2019 season. San Diego hadn't announced a starter.