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Yankees Stumble: Can Cole Spark a Win vs. Red Sox?
27 Jun
Summary
- Yankees face Boston seeking to avoid third straight loss.
- New York has struggled offensively without Aaron Judge.
- Red Sox pitching has been consistently strong at home.
The New York Yankees, currently on pace for 96 victories, are looking to snap a two-game losing streak as they visit the Boston Red Sox. This period marks a downturn compared to their earlier performance without star player Aaron Judge, who has been sidelined with a fractured rib. The Yankees' offense has faltered, hitting a mere .211 in their last nine games, with manager Aaron Boone acknowledging their struggles.
Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox are aiming for their third consecutive home win. Despite a challenging 14-25 home record, their offense has shown flashes, with Willson Contreras contributing key hits. Crucially, Boston's pitching staff has delivered consistently, with nine straight quality starts. Left-hander Jake Bennett is set to pitch for Boston, facing the Yankees for the first time, while Gerrit Cole, coming off a poor outing, will start for New York.
