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  • ⚾ Yankees Recent Play: Turning the Tide Before the Break

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    After weeks of spiraling, the New York Yankees are finally starting to show some fight—and it couldn’t have come at a better time.

    Following a brutal June filled with inconsistency and two separate six-game losing streaks, the Yankees responded with back-to-back wins this week, reminding fans that the second half of the season still holds promise.

    Tuesday night’s 10–3 win over the Seattle Mariners was, simply put, a breath of fresh air. Giancarlo Stanton crushed a three-run homer, rookie Austin Wells went deep for the third game in a row, and both Cody Bellinger and Paul Goldschmidt collected three hits each. Will Warren, called up to stabilize a depleted rotation, delivered about 5 innings of scoreless work, giving Yankee fans a glimpse of what might be coming next. Even a 35-minute rain delay couldn’t derail the momentum. Aaron Judge added to the fireworks with his 34th home run of the year, and Oswaldo Peraza came in to help the bombers score with a RBI single.

    Just days earlier, the Yankees picked up a much-needed 6–4 win against the Mets in the Subway Series finale at Citi Field, snapping their losing streak and showing the type of grit fans have been begging for. Judge again led the charge with a three-RBI performance, including his 33rd homer of the season. But it was Cody Bellinger’s highlight-reel defense—what Aaron Boone called “the play of the year”—that sealed the deal, robbing the Mets of a late rally and giving the Yanks something they desperately needed: a win that felt earned.

    Still, this recent stretch hasn’t erased the cracks. Saturday’s 12–6 loss to the Mets felt like rock bottom. The team was out-hit, out-pitched, and outplayed. Brandon Nimmo launched a grand slam, Pete Alonso homered twice, and Carlos Rodón once again struggled to find any rhythm. The low point? Anthony Volpe’s throw to the plate deflected off Aaron Judge’s head, leaving the captain bloodied and the team shaken. It was one of those moments you don’t forget—and not for good reason.

    So where does this leave the Yankees heading into the All-Star break? Somewhere in between desperation and determination. The offense seems to be waking up. Rookies like Wells and Warren are stepping up. Judge continues to carry the weight of the franchise—and if Stanton stays hot, the lineup could finally click. The pitching, though, remains a question mark. Cam Schlittler is set to make his debut this week, and Marcus Stroman’s return can’t come soon enough.

    After the rollercoaster of June, these past two wins feel like more than just numbers in the standings—they feel like hope.

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  • Yankees Open Series with 3–0 Win Over Rays Behind Strong Pitching and Goldschmidt’s Homer

    The New York Yankees shut out the Tampa Bay Rays 3–0 on Friday night at Yankee Stadium, starting their weekend series with a solid team performance. Max Fried led the way with seven scoreless innings, while Paul Goldschmidt hit a clutch three-run homer that gave the Yankees all the runs they needed.

    Fried Dominates on the Mound
    Yankees starter Max Fried delivered one of his best outings of the season. He gave up just one hit, struck out five, and didn’t walk a single batter across seven innings. The only hit he allowed came in the fifth inning, a single by José Caballero. Fried also picked off a runner and stayed in control throughout the night, improving his record to 4–0.

    Goldschmidt Provides the Big Swing
    The Yankees’ offense was quiet until the bottom of the fifth. After a walk and a double by Aaron Judge, Paul Goldschmidt came up with two outs and hit a three-run homer to right field. It was his third home run of the year and the key moment of the game.

    Aaron Judge continued to swing the bat well, hitting a triple in the third inning and a double in the fifth to help set up the scoring opportunity.

    Volpe Contributes with Hustle and Defense
    Shortstop Anthony Volpe had a solid all-around game. He singled, walked, and stole a base. He also played strong defense, helping turn a double play in the third inning and making several routine plays look easy.

    Yankees’ Bullpen Finishes the Job
    Devin Williams pitched a clean eighth inning, and Luke Weaver came in for the ninth. He retired the Rays in order, striking out two and sealing the shutout win.

    Final Score:
    Yankees 3, Rays 0

    Next Game:
    The Yankees will look to win the series on Saturday afternoon. Carlos Carrasco (2–1, 5.26 ERA) is scheduled to start

  • Bronx Bombers Host a Home Run Derby in Baltimore: Ben Rice Continues to Impress

    The New York Yankees made a big statement Tuesday night, beating the Baltimore Orioles 15–3 in a game that felt one-sided from the start. It was the kind of performance that showed just how dangerous this Yankees team can be when everything clicks—especially the offense.

    A Historic First Inning

    The Yankees got off to a record-setting start. Trent Grisham, Aaron Judge, and Ben Rice hit back-to-back-to-back home runs. Then, Cody Bellinger followed with a fourth homer, all before the Orioles recorded an out. According to MLB.com, this was the second time this season the Yankees hit four home runs in the first inning—something no other MLB team has done even once in a year (Hoch, 2025).

    It was an electric start that gave New York a 4–0 lead before the crowd had even settled in. From there, the Yankees never looked back.

    Ben Rice Stays Hot

    One of the biggest standouts was Ben Rice, who is quickly becoming one of the Yankees’ most reliable hitters. He went 3-for-5 with two home runs and four runs scored. He now has eight homers this season and has raised his OPS to .998.

    When asked about hitting after Grisham and Judge, Rice said: “It definitely crosses your mind, right? The first two guys just hit a homer, but with that being said, you’ve just got to stick to your approach. Stick to your plan, and look for something to drive” (Hoch, 2025).

    Rice’s calm and focused approach at the plate continues to pay off—and he’s giving the Yankees strong production in the middle of the lineup.

    Strong Start From Rodón

    Starting pitcher Carlos Rodón was just as effective. He retired the first 15 batters and finished with six-plus innings, giving up only two runs and striking out seven. His ERA is now 3.43, and he has allowed just three earned runs over his last 19 innings.

    Rodón credited the early lead for helping him settle in. “We had such a nice lead,” he said. “We could just cruise … pour it in, get outs as quick as we can and get the boys back in the dugout so they can score more runs” (Hoch, 2025).

    It was another strong outing from Rodón, who’s looked more confident and consistent as the month has gone on.

    Previewing Tonight’s Matchup

    The Yankees will try to win the series tonight in Baltimore. Carlos Carrasco gets the start, entering with a 2–1 record, a 5.26 ERA, and 17 strikeouts on the season. He’ll face Orioles left-hander Cade Povich, who is 1–2 with a 5.04 ERA.

    Yankees Lineup – April 30, 2025:

    1. Paul Goldschmidt (R) – 1B
    2. Trent Grisham (L) – CF
    3. Aaron Judge (R) – RF
    4. Ben Rice (L) – DH
    5. Anthony Volpe (R) – SS
    6. Austin Wells (L) – C
    7. Pablo Reyes (R) – 2B
    8. Jasson Domínguez (S) – LF
    9. Oswald Peraza (R) – 3B

    With Rice swinging a hot bat and Judge heating up, the Yankees are in a good position to keep their momentum going. Another win tonight would secure the series and help the team head into May on a high note.

    Sources:
    Hoch, B. (2025, April 29). Yankees make history with 4-HR first inning … again! MLB.com. https://www.mlb.com/news/yankees-hit-four-homers-in-first-for-second-time-in-2025
    ESPN. (2025, April 30). Yankees vs. Orioles game preview. https://www.espn.com/mlb/preview/_/gameId/401695357

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  • Battled to the End: Yankees Fall Just Short Against Orioles

    Hey Bombers fam!

    Well… not the outcome we wanted today. The Yankees came up just short against the Orioles, losing 4–3 at Camden Yards. It definitely wasn’t our cleanest game, but the boys showed a lot of fight — and you can’t be too mad about that.

    Baltimore jumped out early, getting four runs off Will Warren, who honestly just didn’t have his best stuff today. But shoutout to the bullpen — Yarbrough and Devin Williams locked it down for the rest of the game and gave us a real shot to come back.

    We were dead quiet at the plate for most of the afternoon, but finally woke up late. Judge got us on the board with a gritty RBI forceout, and then birthday boy Anthony Volpe came through with a sweet RBI double. Love that for him.

    It felt like the momentum was shifting, but we just couldn’t finish it off in the ninth. Super frustrating, but honestly, I loved the fight. This team doesn’t roll over — ever.

    We’re 17–12 now and still in a great spot. I know the boys are gonna come out tomorrow with a chip on their shoulder. Wouldn’t want to be facing them, honestly.

    Chin up, Bombers. See you tomorrow.

  • Yanks Bring the Boom in the Bronx: A Fun Night at the Stadium

    Hey Yankees fans! What a night in the Bronx, huh?

    After a bit of a rocky stretch lately (losing five of our last seven), the boys bounced back in style Monday night with a 4-1 win over the Kansas City Royals — and they did it the Yankee way: with power.

    It was a chilly 57 degrees at Yankee Stadium, but things heated up quick when Jazz Chisholm Jr. tied the game with a solo shot in the fourth inning. From there, the bats just kept popping. Trent Grisham, Ben Rice, and Austin Wells each sent balls over the wall in the fifth — all solo homers, all from the left side. Boom, boom, boom. It was the most home runs we’ve seen in a game from the Bombers since way back in game three of the season.

    But let’s give a big shoutout to Carlos Carrasco. The veteran righty came into the night with a shaky 7.71 ERA, but he absolutely shoved — just one hit over five innings, and the only blemish was a solo homer by Bobby Witt Jr. Talk about a bounce-back performance.

    The bullpen locked it down the rest of the way. Fernando Cruz, Tim Hill, Luke Weaver, and Devin Williams (who picked up his second save) combined for four shutout innings to slam the door on Kansas City. Clean, efficient, and exactly what you want to see.

    With the win, the Yanks are now 26-9 against AL Central teams since the start of 2024 — pretty solid dominance there. Next up, Max Fried’s taking the hill for Game 2 of the series, facing off against Michael Wacha. Let’s keep this momentum rolling!

    Go Yanks! 🔵⚪️💣

  • Yankees Hold Strong for a 4-3 Win Over the Tigers!

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    What a game! As a die-hard Yankees fan, I have to say—this was a rollercoaster of emotions, but in the end, we came out on top with a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers. It wasn’t easy, and there were plenty of tense moments, but we got the job done. Let’s dive into this nail-biter!

    Early Struggles, But We Hang Tough

    The game started with both teams swinging and missing. Our Yankees couldn’t get anything going in the first inning, with Ben Rice, Aaron Judge, and Cody Bellinger all striking out. It was one of those innings where it felt like we were just getting warmed up, but the Tigers weren’t much better. They also went down quietly in the first, with Justyn-Henry Malloy grounding out and Andy Ibáñez striking out. Riley Greene did get a hit but was quickly forced out at second.

    The second inning came and went with a similar theme—lots of strikeouts. Our hitters got on base, but the Tigers’ pitching kept us in check. Paul Goldschmidt singled, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. worked a walk, but Anthony Volpe and Jasson Domínguez struck out, and Oswaldo Cabrera couldn’t capitalize. On the Tigers’ side, they went down swinging again with Dillon Dingler, Colt Keith, and Javier Báez all striking out.

    Pitching Stands Strong, But the Yankees Finally Break Through

    After several quiet innings, the game felt like it was anyone’s for the taking. But then, in the top of the 7th, we saw some real magic. Aaron Judge led off with a walk, and just like that, we had a spark. Paul Goldschmidt followed up with a big double, and suddenly we had runners in scoring position. A pitching change didn’t slow us down, though. Ben Rice came up clutch with a two-run homer to center field, bringing both himself and Cabrera home. It was a massive swing that had us all jumping out of our seats!

    But we didn’t stop there. Judge, still hungry, singled, driving in two more runs, and just like that, the Yankees were up 4-0. It felt like we had taken control of the game, and honestly, it looked like we were going to cruise to victory.

    Tigers Give Us a Scare, But We Hold On

    Now, I’m not going to lie—it got a little nerve-wracking in the bottom of the 9th. The Tigers weren’t going down without a fight. They started the inning with a walk, then followed it up with a couple of singles and a wild pitch that allowed a run to score. The lead was shrinking, and suddenly it was 4-1. My heart was racing, but we weren’t done yet.

    Zach McKinstry came through with a clutch two-run single, and just like that, it was 4-3, with the tying run on base. But thankfully, our pitchers stayed calm and didn’t let the pressure get to them. Justyn-Henry Malloy flew out to end the game, and we held on for the win!

    Final Thoughts: A Hard-Fought Win

    Phew, what a ride! The Yankees may have made us sweat a bit toward the end, but in the end, we got the job done. That big seventh inning, with Ben Rice’s two-run bomb and Judge’s timely hitting, was the difference-maker. Our pitching staff also stepped up when it mattered most, shutting down the Tigers’ rally in the ninth.

    As a Yankees fan, this one feels sweet. We didn’t make it easy on ourselves, but we showed resilience, and that’s what being a Yankee is all about. We’ll take the win and move on to the next one. Go Yanks!

    xoxo, The Bronx Bomber Babe

  • Yankees Fall Flat in 5-0 Loss to Tigers on April 8, 2025

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    On April 8, 2025, the New York Yankees were handed a tough 5-0 defeat by the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. This loss extended the Yankees’ losing streak to three games and continued a troubling trend for the team.

    Starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco, who was tasked with leading the Yankees’ pitching effort, had a rough outing. In just 4.1 innings, Carrasco gave up four runs, three of which came from home runs. He struggled with command throughout the game, unable to get the necessary outs when it mattered. His performance left the Yankees’ bullpen to clean up the mess, and while they allowed one more run, the damage had already been done.

    The Tigers’ offense, meanwhile, was clicking on all cylinders. Detroit’s starting pitcher, Tarik Skubal, put on a masterclass performance, shutting out the Yankees over six innings. Skubal struck out six batters and gave up just four hits. The Yankees couldn’t seem to solve him, as they struggled to generate any real offensive momentum throughout the game.

    Detroit wasted no time in taking control of the game. In the second inning, Spencer Torkelson hit a two-run home run to give the Tigers an early lead. The power surge continued in the next few innings, with Zach McKinstry, Dillon Dingler, and Kerry Carpenter all hitting solo home runs. These long balls pushed the Tigers’ lead to 5-0 by the middle of the fifth inning, and that was all the Tigers needed.

    Despite the Yankees’ efforts, including a few promising moments from players like Aaron Judge and Paul Goldschmidt, they couldn’t get anything going offensively. The Tigers’ bullpen, particularly Brant Hurter, kept the Yankees from scoring in the final three innings.

    This game showed just how much the Yankees are struggling right now, especially against left-handed pitchers like Skubal. The offense couldn’t seem to get into a rhythm, and Carrasco’s inability to control the game left them with little chance to mount a comeback.

    For the Yankees, this loss was a painful reminder of the inconsistencies they’ve been dealing with. They haven’t been able to find their groove, whether it’s from the pitching staff or the batters. In particular, left-handed pitchers have been a tough challenge for the team this season, and today was no different.

    The Yankees will now look to turn things around in the series finale, hoping to avoid a sweep by the Tigers. They’ll send Max Fried to the mound, hoping he can deliver a strong performance and give the team a chance to get back on track. Jack Flaherty will start for Detroit in what promises to be another tough test for the Yankees.

    As the Yankees look to regroup, they’ll need to address their recent struggles and find a way to break this losing streak. Whether it’s fixing their pitching woes, finding consistency at the plate, or both, the Yankees need to start turning things around if they want to stay competitive this season.

    Let’s see if the Yankee’s can take home the Win tomorrow and avoid a sweep series.

    xoxo, The Bronx Bomber Babe.

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