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Carlos Rodón Dominant over 8 Innings as Yankees Top Rays in Doubleheader Opener
Carlos Rodón struck out eight over eight scoreless innings, and Cody Bellinger’s two-run homer kept Tampa Bay from clinching the AL East.
- On Tuesday, the New York Yankees defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0 in the first game of a doubleheader at Yankee Stadium, preventing an immediate AL East title clinch for Tampa Bay.
- Entering the series, the Yankees trailed the division-leading Rays by six games and needed a four-game sweep to maintain a realistic chance at catching Tampa Bay in the American League East.
- Carlos Rodon delivered eight scoreless innings for his 100th career win and 1,500th strikeout, while Cody Bellinger's two-run home run in the fourth inning provided the decisive offense.
- Later Tuesday night, the Rays clinched their fifth division title since 2021 by defeating the Yankees 6-1 in the nightcap, officially ending New York's pursuit of the AL East crown.
- As the Yankees prepare for the postseason, they are positioned as the top wild-card team and will likely host the Boston Red Sox in a best-of-three AL Wild Card series next week.
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Carlos Rodón dominates as Yankees beat Rays in first game of doubleheader, keep AL East dreams alive
NEW YORK (TNS) — Given the depth of the Yankees’ rotation, there’s a strong possibility — perhaps even a likelihood — that Carlos Rodón won’t be asked to start a game in the best-of-three wild-card round of the playoffs.
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