Dominic Smith had done as much as opportunity allowed. Then there was no better chance. Continuing to take advantage of increased playing time since the departure of Yoenis Cespedes, Smith came through by smashing a solo homer in the top deck of Citi Field in right field in the second …
Read More »The Yankees got clear reminder that these Rays will not go away easily
“This was not a boat accident.” – Hooper, “Jaws” No, this was not a defeat to tear off like an aberration, to whitewash it until one of those days. Sure, the Yankees remain the leaders and favorites of the American League, even after their 1-0 loss to the Rays on …
Read More »Yankees’ Gleyber Torres’ day by day ‘after receiving a blow to the elbow
BALTIMORE – Gleyber Torres dominated the Orioles last year, hitting 13 home runs in 18 games. Until now, 2020 has been more difficult for Torres against Baltimore. The Yankees shortstop was unsuccessful in Wednesday’s win and left Thursday’s 8-6 win at Camden Yards in the fourth inning after his right …
Read More »Yankees Aaron Judge makes forgettable night memorable
Aaron Judge’s three previous appearances at the plate resulted in three strikeouts. But when he stepped on the plate in the ninth inning on Thursday, that didn’t matter. All it took was a big swing, with the tieback runners and lead on board, to turn an unforgettable night into a …
Read More »Aaron Judge’s HR in ninth leads Yankees to 18th straight over O’s
BALTIMORE – So far in this weird baseball season, there has been a four-month shutdown due to a pandemic and a labor dispute, followed by countless rule changes and an ever-changing schedule. But one thing has remained the same: the Yankees don’t seem to lose to the Orioles. After the …
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