The New York Yankees has at times been referred to by opposing media outlets as the “Evil Empire”, referencing “Star Wars” villanous entity, due to the sheer size of their organization and bankroll, and their historic dominance within the game of baseball.
Over the previous two nights, the Phillies had invaded like the hungry, underrated rebel force of those famous films, handed the Yanks their hats in a pair of dominating victories at Yankee Stadium. Today, the Empire struck back.
The Yankees dismantled the Phils by a score of 10-2 in a Wednesday afternoon matinée, salvaging one victory from the three game series.