2 Rangers (Apr 27, 2026) Game Recap
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Key Points:
- Aaron Judge and Ben Rice hit back-to-back home runs for the Yankees, marking the first time this season and making them the second Yankees duo to each have 10+ homers in the first 29 games since 1956.
- The Yankees defeated the Texas Rangers 4-2, with Jazz Chisholm Jr. also hitting a home run, contributing to New York's AL-best record of 19-10 and their 10th win in 12 games.
- Max Fried pitched six scoreless innings for the Yankees, scattering four singles and securing the win, while Texas starter Jack Leiter gave up three homers over six innings.
- The Yankees have recorded a pickoff in four consecutive games for the first time since 1995, highlighting their strong defensive plays.
- Upcoming game features Texas' Jacob deGrom (2-0, 2.13 ERA) against New York's Cam Schlittler (3-1, 1.77 ERA) on Tuesday night.
