New York, NY – In a matchup at Petco Park, the New York Yankees continued their impressive run, defeating the San Diego Padres 4-1. Aaron Judge’s remarkable power surge, combined with Marcus Stroman’s dominant pitching, propelled the Yankees to their highest win-loss margin of the season—20 games over .500.
Judge’s Home Run Streak
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Aaron Judge, the Yankees’ star outfielder, has been on fire lately. He smashed his 17th home run of the season in the first inning, extending his home run streak to four consecutive games. His towering shot over the outfield wall set the tone for the game and energized the Yankees’ dugout.
Stroman’s Shutout Performance
Marcus Stroman, the Yankees’ right-handed pitcher, delivered an outstanding performance on the mound. He baffled the Padres’ hitters, shutting them out for six innings. Stroman’s mix of sinkers, sliders, and changeups kept the San Diego lineup off balance, allowing only three hits and no runs.
Offensive Contributions
The Yankees’ offense didn’t stop with Judge’s home run. In the fourth inning, Anthony Rizzo drove in a run with an RBI single, and Gleyber Torres added another with a sacrifice fly. The timely hitting provided crucial insurance runs, giving the Yankees a comfortable lead.
Bullpen Locks It Down
With Stroman’s departure after six innings, the Yankees turned to their reliable bullpen. Fernando Tatis Jr. managed to spoil the shutout bid with a solo home run in the eighth inning, but the Yankees’ relievers quickly regained control.
Looking Ahead
The Yankees now aim for a three-game sweep of the Padres. Sunday’s matchup promises excitement as Clarke Schmidt takes the mound for New York. Can the Yankees continue their winning ways and extend their lead in the American League?
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