New York Yankees 9-1 Tampa Bay Rays
After a tough week, the New York Yankees needed a win against the Tampa Bay Rays, and they delivered with a commanding 9-1 victory to secure a series split.
How it happened
Turning to the struggling Carlos Rodon for the start, the Yankees faced Zack Littell. Rodon, who had been having a difficult season, stepped up and pitched a stellar game, striking out 10 batters over seven innings while allowing just one run. His dominant performance set the tone for the Yankees’ offense to shine.
The game saw a power display from the Yankees, who hit five home runs, including two from Juan Soto. Despite Zack Littell striking out the side in the first inning, the Yankees quickly bounced back. Austin Wells broke the ice with a solo home run to right field, his seventh of the season. Anthony Volpe followed with a solo shot to end his two-month home run drought, giving the Yankees a 2-0 lead. Oswaldo Cabrera then added a two-run single, extending the lead to 4-0.
The Rays’ lone run came from Jose Siri’s opposite-field home run in the fifth inning. However, the Yankees responded with more firepower. DJ LeMahieu hit his first home run of the 2024 season, and Juan Soto stole the show with two home runs, including a three-run blast in the eighth inning, sealing the victory.
Rodon’s performance was a highlight, featuring 10 strikeouts and showcasing his effective use of secondary pitches. His strong outing gives hope for more consistent performances as the Yankees seek stability in their starting rotation behind Gerrit Cole and Luis Gil.
Juan Soto and Aaron Judge continue to be the Yankees’ top hitters this season. With the trade deadline approaching, how the Yankees build their lineup around them will be crucial for their success. General Manager Brian Cashman faces important decisions in the coming days.
The Yankees’ victory not only secured a series split but also boosted their confidence as they look to make a push in the standings.
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The Yankees are set to face the New York Mets this upcoming Tuesday at 7 PM EST.
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Cabrera goes 2-4 with 2 RBI, 1 Run Scored, and Zero Strike Outs.
DJ goes 1-3 with 1 RBI & 1 Run Scored & 2 Strike Outs.
Cabrera has gone 4-8 the past 2 games as a starter. When was the last time DJ went 4-8 this year.
Answer: Never.
But watch, Nitwit Boonehead will insist that DJ is All Better now & bench Cabrera, and he’ll play his Boy Toy, Torres, again tomorrow or Wednesday, despite the fact he’s Sucked All Year!
Cabrera must be a starter going forward; his average is 66 Point Higher Than DJ’s. Moreover, DJ’s only hit was an HR that cleared the fence by about 10 inches & the exit velocity on his homer was 99 mph, which means it could just as easily have been a fly out.
DJ’s a classy man, but he’s not “back” in form. Cabrera is significantly younger, more agile & a better hitter at this point. Cabrera, not, DJ, should be a starter. Only an idiot like Boone would insist on playing DJ over Cabrera; and Boone’s Broken Boy-Toy, Gleyber Torres, MUST finally be sent packing. Enough already!
Torres is a LIABILITY, not an asset, unless you spell asset: ass-it.
One last observation: Austin Wells must be the starting catcher 5 out of every 7 games, even when Trevino comes back. The more Wells plays, the better his swing looks, the more confident he looks, and the more power he displays. No more 50-50 BS when & if Trevino comes back.