Yankees Secure 9-7 Victory Over Diamondbacks: A Game That Should Have Been a Blowout

The New York Yankees walked away with a much-needed 9-7 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, improving their season record to 4-2. While the game ended in a victory, it was far closer than it should have been due to a bullpen collapse.

Cookie Carrasco Holds Down the Fort

Carlos “Cookie” Carrasco took the mound for the Yankees and delivered a solid performance. Across 5.1 innings, he allowed five hits, three earned runs, and issued two walks while striking out five batters. At this point in his career, this is exactly the kind of outing the Yankees need from Carrasco—keep the team in the game and give the offense a chance to win.

Aaron Judge: The Captain Continues to Dominate

Aaron Judge wasted no time making his presence known, launching his fifth home run of the season—a three-run shot in the first inning. His offensive prowess is undeniable, but the real question remains: can he do it in October? Yankee fans adore Judge, but his postseason performances have left much to be desired. This year, all eyes will be on him to deliver in the biggest moments.

Trent Grisham and Jason Dominguez Make an Impact

Trent Grisham put on a show at the plate, delivering multiple RBIs, including a crucial double that brought Jason Dominguez home. Grisham has looked like a revitalized player this season, and his battle for playing time is shaping up to be an exciting storyline.

Meanwhile, Jason Dominguez—nicknamed “The Martian”—showed off his skills in left field, catching fly balls with ease and making solid contact at the plate. His growth is essential for the Yankees’ future success, and tonight was a glimpse of what he can bring to the team.

Youth Movement is Key for Yankees’ Success

The Yankees’ young core, including Ben Rice, Anthony Volpe, and Austin Wells, will play a significant role in determining how far this team can go. Ben Rice had a strong game, showcasing patience at the plate with a double and two walks. If the Yankees are going to make a deep postseason run, these young players need to step up.

Bullpen Struggles Again

Reliever Ryan Yarbrough turned what should have been a comfortable win into a nail-biter. He entered the game with a commanding lead, only to walk two batters, give up a hit, and then serve up a grand slam, cutting the Yankees’ lead to two runs. Boone’s decision to leave him in made sense at first, but it quickly backfired.

Despite this, the Yankees’ bullpen did manage to close the game out. Adam Ottavino, Mark Leiter Jr., and Luke Weaver combined to hold off Arizona’s comeback attempt, with Weaver picking up the save.

Looking Ahead

The Yankees now turn their attention to the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. With a 4:00 PM start time on Friday, they’ll look to build momentum and continue their strong start to the season.

For Yankees fans, the expectation never changes: it’s World Series or bust. The team has the talent, but it will take consistency, strong pitching, and postseason heroics to bring home championship number 28.