In a hard-fought battle on Sunday afternoon, the New York Yankees succumbed to the Houston Astros 9–7, complicating their efforts to regain ground in the Wild Card race. This loss is reflective of recent difficulties the team has been facing, especially in the context of key player injuries.
Carlos Rodon’s Struggles on the Mound for the Yankees
The Yankees featured lefty pitcher Carlos Rodon, whose performance was characterized by struggles. Rodon was pulled after just 2.2 innings, during which he gave up three hits, five earned runs, and two homers. Striking out five batters and walking two across 58 pitches, he struggled to provide the Yankees a competitive edge, even with his massive $162 million deal over six seasons.