ATLANTA — The New York Yankees concluded their series against the Atlanta Braves with a decisive 4-2 victory on Sunday, showcasing a strong team effort highlighted by Aaron Judge’s prowess and a solid performance on the mound from Marcus Stroman.
Judge made an immediate impact, hitting his 36th home run of the season in the first inning. This solo shot tied him with Alex Rodriguez for sixth place on the franchise’s all-time home run list, bringing his total to 351. Following that, Paul Goldschmidt added to the Yankees’ momentum with an RBI single, helping the team to a two-run lead right out of the gate. In the sixth inning, Jorbit Vivas drew a hit-by-pitch with the bases loaded, extending the lead for the Yankees. Jazz Chisholm Jr. then boosted the score to 4-1 with an RBI double in the seventh inning.
Stroman stepped in exactly as the Yankees needed, especially with the bullpen under strain. The veteran right-hander allowed just one run on five hits over six innings of work, while striking out four batters. His only slip-up came when Matt Olson connected for a solo home run.
Relief efforts came from Ian Hamilton and Tim Hill, who together provided two solid innings before Devin Williams took the mound in the ninth. Williams faced some pressure after conceding a towering solo home run to Ronald Acuña Jr., yet he managed to secure his 14th save of the season.
With this win, the Yankees improved their record to 55-44 and prepared to shift their focus to Toronto. The team is set to face the Blue Jays, who hold a record of 58-41, in an important divisional matchup. Carlos Rodón is slated to take the mound for the Yankees in Monday’s opener, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:07 p.m.
This victory further solidifies New York’s position as they navigate a crucial period in the season, seeking to close the gap in the competitive AL East standings.
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