The New York Yankees delivered a commanding performance on Saturday afternoon, rolling to a 13-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver. Starter Max Fried continued his stellar season, pitching 7.1 innings of one-run baseball, while the offense erupted for 21 hits in a balanced and relentless attack.
Max Fried Shines, Improves to 7-0
Max Fried was masterful, allowing just one run on six hits and one walk while striking out seven over 7.1 innings. His ability to mix pitches and command the strike zone kept Rockies hitters off balance, lowering his ERA to 1.29. The Yankees’ bullpen closed out the game, preserving the lead with scoreless relief.
Aaron Judge Sparks the Offense
Right fielder Aaron Judge set the tone early, blasting his 18th home run of the season in the first inning off Rockies starter Kyle Freeland. Judge finished 1-for-4 with the solo homer, a walk, and two runs scored, maintaining a .395 batting average and a 1.244 OPS.
Homer No. 18 for The Judge 👨⚖️#ALLRISE pic.twitter.com/OaOEisszvf
— New York Yankees (@Yankees) May 24, 2025
Balanced Attack Fuels Historic Outburst
The Yankees showcased a collective effort, amassing 21 hits, including six doubles and a triple. The fifth inning proved decisive, with New York sending 14 batters to the plate and scoring 10 runs on seven hits, three walks, two sacrifice flies, and a Freeland error.
- Cody Bellinger: 3-for-5, double, triple, 1 RBI (sacrifice fly), 1 run scored.
- Anthony Volpe: 3-for-6, double, 2 RBIs, 2 runs scored.
- Austin Wells: 2-for-4, double, 2 RBIs, 2 runs scored, 1 walk.
- Paul Goldschmidt: 3-for-4, 1 RBI, 2 runs scored, 1 walk, 1 stolen base.
- DJ LeMahieu: 3-for-5, 1 RBI, 1 run scored.
- Trent Grisham: 1-for-6, double, 2 RBIs.
- Jasson Domínguez: 2-for-3, 1 RBI (sacrifice fly).
- Oswald Peraza: 1-for-4, 1 RBI, 2 runs scored.
Clutch Hitting and Aggressive Baserunning
The Yankees excelled with runners in scoring position, capitalizing on key opportunities. Two-out RBIs from Judge, Goldschmidt, Grisham, and Wells kept the pressure on Rockies pitching. The team left 10 runners on base but stayed aggressive, with Goldschmidt stealing his fourth base of the season.
Additional Offensive Highlights
- Doubles: Bellinger (9), Peraza (5), Wells (9), Grisham (2), Volpe (15), Reyes (1)
- Triple: Bellinger (2)
- Home Run: Judge (18)
- RBIs: Judge (46), Wells (30), Grisham (24), Goldschmidt (27), Volpe (28), Bellinger (30), Domínguez (23), Peraza (9), LeMahieu (3)
Defensive Notes
Despite a strong defensive effort, Paul Goldschmidt committed his second error of the season. The Yankees’ infield remained sharp, limiting Rockies baserunners and preventing rallies.
Pitching Breakdown
| Pitcher | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | HR | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Fried (W, 7-0) | 7.1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1.29 |
| Bullpen | 1.2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | – |
| Totals | 9.0 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | – |
Looking Ahead
With Saturday’s win, the Yankees improved to 31-20, maintaining their lead in the AL East. They’ll look to sweep the Rockies in Sunday’s series finale, with Will Warren (3-2, 4.05 ERA) facing Antonio Senzatela (1-8, 6.34 ERA). As Memorial Day approaches, New York’s dominant offense and pitching send a strong message to the league.
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