Wells' homer extends Yankees' winning streak to eight
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Houston — On Friday and Saturday nights in Houston, the New York Yankees won successive games, beating the Astros 12-4 and 8-3 to extend their streak first to seven and then to eight games. Jazz Chisholm Jr., Ryan McMahon, Ben Rice and José Caballero homered in the 12-4 game; Austin Wells hit the go-ahead seventh-inning homer in the 8-3 victory.
The streak improved the Yankees' record from 17-9 to 18-9 and highlighted pitching and bullpen performances, including a six-inning start by Will Warren (3-0) and multiple Astros reliever walks. Giancarlo Stanton exited the first game with right lower leg tightness; managerial and medical staff monitored his condition after the incident Friday night.
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Timeline
- 1. Friday night: Yankees defeat Astros 12-4; homers from Chisholm, McMahon, Rice, Caballero.
- 2. Friday night: Giancarlo Stanton exits with right lower leg tightness and is replaced.
- 3. Saturday night: Austin Wells hits tiebreaking seventh-inning homer; Yankees win 8-3 to reach eight-game streak.
- 4. Saturday night: Astros relievers issue multiple walks, including Bennett Sousa's four in season debut.
- 5. After games: Yankees record improves to 18-9; teams review pitching and monitor Stanton's status.
Why it matters
If you're a Yankees fan, this winning streak is a boost. It shows the team's strength, even with key player Giancarlo Stanton sidelined. If you're into sports betting, the Yankees' performance might influence your decisions. Keep an eye on Stanton's condition and the team's momentum.
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