News - Bellinger and Chisholm lead Yankees to a 6-1 victory over Red Sox

In a thrilling matchup at Yankee Stadium, the New York Yankees overcame the Boston Red Sox 6-1 in a pivotal game on Sunday. The team's victory was heavily supported by Cody Bellinger and Jazz Chisholm Jr., whose eighth-inning homers proved crucial. Cody Bellinger was instrumental in breaking the 1-1 tie. His homer off Justin Slaten went soaring into the right-center field seats, setting the stage for a five-run explosion. Jazz Chisholm Jr. then further extended the Yankees' lead with a three-run homer off Joe La Sorsa. The Yankees, moving to 38-26, managed a split in the rain-shortened, two-game series. They are now just percentage points away from dethroning the Tampa Bay Rays from the top spot in the AL East. Despite missing key players such as Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Austin Wells, the Yankees displayed resilience. Over five games without Judge, the team averaged a .226 batting average but stepped up when it mattered most. Yankees’ starter, Cam Schlittler, who idolized the Red Sox growing up, once again showcased his command on the mound, maintaining a low ERA of 1.87. He allowed just one run, delivered on Willson Contreras' sixth-inning RBI double, before being relieved. Ranger Suarez displayed strong pitching for Boston, limiting the Yankees to one run over 6 1/3 innings. However, his contributions weren't enough to stave off the Yankees' late-game surge. The Yankees welcomed new catcher Ali Sánchez, who made his debut amidst the lineup adjustments. As for the Red Sox, Anthony Siegler left a mark with a notable double during his Yankee Stadium debut. Looking ahead, the Yankees anticipate the return of Jasson Domínguez. Meanwhile, they prepare for their upcoming road trip beginning in Cleveland with RHP Will Warren on the mound. The Red Sox, aiming to rebound, open their series against Tampa Bay with Connelly Early starting. Updates continue on AP MLB: https://apnews.com/mlb