Jameson Taillon pitched five plus scoreless innings, leading the Yankees over divisional rival Blue Jays.
Batting:
Aaron Hicks opened the scoring for New York, doubling to right field. He would bring in Kiner-Falefa, Torres, and Rizzo, giving NY a 3-0 lead after four innings.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa would add an insurance run during the sixth inning. He hit his 11th double of the season, driving in Gleyber Torres.
Toronto was held to just five hits compared to eight for the Bronx Bombers.
Pitching:
Alek Manoah got the ball for the home team Blue Jays. He wouldn't be his best today, pitching in 5.1 innings of work. He allowed four runs off of six hits and struck out five. Manoah currently has an 8-2 record and a 2.00 ERA after his start. Jays' relievers David Phelps, Tim Mayza, and Trent Thornton; were all solid. They each pitched scoreless relief outings.
Jameson Taillon was great for the visiting Yankees. The thirty-year-old allowed just four hits in 5.2 innings. He would record eight strikeouts on just 88 pitches. The former Pittsburgh Pirate has an 8-1 record and a 2.70 ERA. Michael King pitched two scoreless relief innings, while Clay Holmes pitched a scoreless ninth.
Next:
The Yankees will end a three-game series against the Blue Jays tomorrow. Toronto looks to bounce back after losing both games. The Yankees are scheduled to send Luis Severino to the mound, while Toronto sends Yusei Kikuchi.