Yankees Lose 5-3 to Orioles, Torres' Error Highlighted

The New York Yankees fell short of clinching the American League East title after a 5-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles, with Gleyber Torres' crucial baserunning mistake costing the team a chance to tie the game. In the seventh inning, after Juan Soto's hit brought Torres to third base, Torres hesitated and got caught in a rundown while attempting to score, leading to the final out of the frame and leaving Aaron Judge on deck. Yankees captain Aaron Judge and manager Aaron Boone expressed disappointment over the blunder, emphasizing the need for more decisive actions on the basepaths. This incident marks Torres' sixth out at home plate this season, tying him for the most in the majors. The Yankees' magic number to win the division remains at one, with another chance to clinch on the horizon. Despite the setback, Torres acknowledged the need to be more aggressive in critical moments.