The New York Yankees faced disappointment for the second consecutive night, failing to clinch the AL East title in a thrilling 9-7 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. Despite the setback, Aaron Judge made history with his 142nd RBI of the season, marking his 57th home run, the most in MLB this year.
The Yankees struggled early, with starting pitcher Marcus Stroman allowing six straight singles to open the game, leading to a quick 3-0 deficit. Although Anthony Volpe brought the Yankees within two with an RBI single, Baltimore’s Gunnar Henderson extended their lead with a two-RBI single in the fourth, causing frustration among the Yankee fans.
In a dramatic ninth inning, Juan Soto’s single and Judge’s three-run homer sparked a glimmer of hope, cutting the Orioles’ lead to two. However, Baltimore’s pitcher Keegan Akin closed out the game, securing the win for the Orioles.
Judge, reflecting on the team’s resilience, emphasized their never-give-up attitude. “I never feel like we’re ever out of a game no matter the score,” he stated post-game.
With only four games left, the Yankees need at least one win to secure the division title after clinching a playoff berth last week. Manager Aaron Boone noted the team’s perseverance amidst a challenging season, expressing confidence as they look to bounce back in their next game.