Schlittler and Judge propel Yankees to tight victory
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ARLINGTON, Texas. Cam Schlittler struck out eight over six scoreless innings and Aaron Judge hit a 12th-home-run moonshot as the New York Yankees defeated the Texas Rangers 3-2 Tuesday night at Globe Life Field, handing the Yankees their 10th win in 11 games and securing a series advantage in Texas.
The victory extended New York’s recent surge this week, with Austin Wells adding a seventh-inning solo homer and David Bednar recording the save despite allowing late runs after a throwing error. Judge’s ninth-inning homer tied him for the major-league lead, and the win leaves the Rangers assessing bullpen execution and the Yankees building momentum for upcoming games.
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Timeline
- 1. First inning: Yankees score on Cody Bellinger double; Judge scores from first base.
- 2. Sixth inning: Schlittler completes six shutout innings with eight strikeouts.
- 3. Seventh inning: Austin Wells hits a solo home run for New York.
- 4. Ninth inning: Aaron Judge hits his 12th homer; Rangers rally produces runs.
- 5. Ninth inning conclusion: David Bednar secures save via game-ending double play; Yankees win 3-2.
Why it matters
The Yankees' recent surge is a morale booster for fans. Schlittler's strong performance and Judge's home run prowess are exciting to watch. If you're a baseball fan, this winning streak may make your game nights more enjoyable.
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