Gil Wins Seventh Straight Start, Yankees Extend Win Streak to Five with 5-1 Victory Over Twins
New York, NY
– Domingo Gil extended his remarkable start to the season, while the streaking New York Yankees continued their winning ways with a 5-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night at Yankee Stadium. Gil, a 27-year-old right-hander, allowed just one run on four hits over six innings to earn his seventh consecutive win. He struck out seven batters and walked only one.
Yankees’ Offense Does Just Enough
The Yankees’ offense provided Gil with just enough support, scoring three runs in the first inning and adding two more in the fifth. DJ LeMahieu singled in the game’s first run with the bases loaded, and Matt Carpenter followed with a sacrifice fly to drive in another. Gleyber Torres capped the inning with a run-scoring double. Aaron Hicks and Anthony Rizzo provided the other runs for New York with solo home runs in the fifth inning.
Twins Struggle to Generate Offense
The Twins struggled to generate offense against Gil and the Yankees’ bullpen. Chris Archer allowed four runs on five hits in 3 2/3 innings, and the Twins bullpen combined for three walks and five strikeouts over the final 5 1/3 innings. Byron Buxton’s second-inning home run was the only offensive highlight for the Twins.
Win Streak Continues
The victory extended the Yankees’ winning streak to five games and improved their record to 18-14. The Twins, meanwhile, fell to 13-16.
Gil Continues to Impress
Gil, who was acquired from the San Diego Padres in the offseason, has been a revelation for the Yankees. In his seven starts this season, he has allowed only 10 runs in 36 2/3 innings, with 46 strikeouts and 12 walks.
Up Next
The Yankees will continue their series with the Twins on Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium. Gerrit Cole will start for New York, while Sonny Gray will take the mound for Minnesota.
Headline:
Gil Extends Winning Streak, Yankees Continue Dominance with Fifth Consecutive Victory
Summary:
Cleveland Guardians’ pitcher Triston McKenzie has extended his winning streak to seven starts after a commanding performance against the Minnesota Twins. The 25-year-old right-hander allowed just one run on three hits over six innings, striking out seven batters. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-1 victory over the Twins. Gerrit Cole was dominant on the mound, giving up only one run while fanning 10 batters in seven innings of work. The Yankees scored early and often, with Aaron Judge hitting his 53rd home run of the season and Giancarlo Stanton driving in two runs. This victory marks the third consecutive win for the Yankees over the Twins, who have now lost six games in a row. The two teams will face off again on Friday in the series finale.
