The Yankees put up a fight against the Phillies on Thursday, showing plenty of power, but it ended in a 7-7 tie. Even with just five hits, they managed to turn them into seven runs, thanks to a trio of home runs that kept them in the game.
Hardman’s Big Swing and Cabrera Finally on the Board
One of the highlights of the day was a three-run blast by 26-year-old infielder Tyler Hardman, a minor league prospect trying to make an impression. Hardman struggled last year in Double-A, slashing .175/.266/.294 over 74 games, but his big swing Thursday was an encouraging sign.