Yankees Dominate Nationals 10-5, Tighten AL Wild-Card Race

The New York Yankees recently delivered a dominant 10-5 victory over the Washington Nationals at Yankee Stadium, showcasing their offensive power against weaker competition while continuing to struggle against stronger teams such as the Red Sox. Rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler led the effort, throwing six shutout innings with eight strikeouts, marking his second consecutive strong start and bolstering his place in the rotation. The Yankees' offense was powered by home runs from Ben Rice, Jazz Chisholm Jr., and Jasson Domínguez, with contributions from Cody Bellinger, who drove in three runs. Despite a strong performance for eight innings, the Yankees' bullpen faltered in the ninth, allowing five runs, including a grand slam, which tightened the final score. This win improved the Yankees’ record to 71-60, keeping them close in the American League wild-card race, but their performance against top-tier teams remains a concern. Overall, the Yankees continue to leverage their ability to dominate lower-ranked teams to maintain playoff positioning.