Two nights ago the Yankees coasted from an early lead to victory over the Red Sox. Last night felt much more like a typical Yankees-Red Sox bout, with plenty of runners, opportunities, and a narrow ending. Aroldis Chapman did his best to give the Sox a chance in the ninth, but the Yankees held on for a 5-3 win. The victory came thanks, in large part, to a blast from the Bombers’ superstar catcher.
The go-ahead runs came in the fifth inning, and Rick Porcello nearly escaped with a decent outing.