New York Yankees News & Updates
The New York Yankees were 13-9, 1st in the AL East. The New York Yankees did not play yesterday.
The data is clear. Just took over first place in the division. Also helping: a 5-2 run over 7 games keeps things pointed up.
Yankees Game on April 21
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Fenway Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:45 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Luis Gil (0-1, 7.00 ERA) vs Connelly Early (1-0, 2.29 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NESN+, YES, TBS, TBS |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 41°F, Wind 7 mph |
Yankees Score & Recap
The New York Yankees did not play yesterday.
Yankees Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Yankees
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13 | 9 | .591 | W3 | |
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Rays
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12 | 10 | .545 | 1.0 | L2 |
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Orioles
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11 | 12 | .478 | 2.5 | W1 |
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Blue Jays
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9 | 13 | .409 | 4.0 | W2 |
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Red Sox
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9 | 13 | .409 | 4.0 | W1 |
New York Yankees are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.
Yankees Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .338 | 1.276 | 18 | |
| 9 | .232 | .928 | 16 | |
| 3 | .276 | .841 | 11 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 1.95 | 0.76 | 27.2 | |
| 2-0 | 2.49 | 1.11 | 25.1 | |
| 1-2 | 3.18 | 1.24 | 28.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 3 HR, 4 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.1 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Yankees News
The Yankees are riding a wave of momentum after trouncing the Royals 7-0, pushing their record to 13-9 as they prepare to reignite their fierce rivalry with the Red Sox at Fenway Park on Tuesday. With Ben Rice smashing two homers against lefties this weekend, the debate over his lineup spot should finally be settled in his favor, proving he belongs in the mix with the team’s offensive firepower. Meanwhile, fans are anxiously awaiting updates on Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón, whose returns will be crucial for a rotation that must live up to its lofty expectations. As the Yankees gear up for the upcoming series, the buzz around their pitching staff being potentially this generation's Murderers' Row adds to the excitement, but they need to find consistency in their play to capitalize on this momentum.
Yankees Upcoming Schedule
The New York Yankees visit the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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