Yankees Smash It Out the Park! 9 Home Runs Stun Rays!
The New York Yankees delivered a monumental performance against the Tampa Bay Rays, tying their single-game home run record with a staggering nine homers! The Bronx Bombers obliterated the Rays in a 13-3 victory at George M. Steinbrenner Field, leaving fans in awe of their offensive power.
José Caballero sealed the record with a solo shot in the ninth inning, capping off an incredible display. This marks the second time this season the Yankees have achieved this feat, having previously hit nine home runs in a 20-9 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers back in March. Manager Aaron Boone expressed his amazement, saying, "To do it twice (in a season), that’s remarkable. And there were some (home runs) that were seriously hit, too."
The Yankees came tantalisingly close to matching the MLB single-game record of 10 home runs, set by the Toronto Blue Jays in 1987. The game was delayed for two hours due to severe weather, but the Yankees didn't let that dampen their spirits. Six Yankees players contributed to the home run barrage, with Caballero, Giancarlo Stanton, and Cody Bellinger each hitting two. Ben Rice, Aaron Judge, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. also added one apiece. Judge, Bellinger, and Stanton even went back-to-back-to-back in the first inning!
Bellinger, who also played all three outfield positions, described the game as "really fun." Aaron Judge's home run was his 40th of the year, marking his second consecutive season reaching that milestone. He joins a legendary group of Yankees players to achieve this, including Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Mickey Mantle.
Key Highlights:
- Yankees tie single-game record with 9 home runs.
- Six different Yankees players contribute to the home run fest.
- Aaron Judge hits his 40th home run of the season.
What's Next for the Yankees?
With this incredible offensive display, the Yankees have sent a clear message to the rest of the league. Can they continue this momentum and make a serious push for the playoffs? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the Bronx Bombers are a force to be reckoned with!