The New York Yankees brought their bats to Game 1 against the Tampa Bay Rays as the team hit four home runs, including a grand slam by Giancarlo Stanton in the ninth, to win 9-3. Newsday Yankees beat writer Erik Boland recaps the game.


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He allowed one run and two hits over eight innings in which he struck out nine and did not walk a batter, improving to 14-4 with an AL-low 2.75 ERA. Cole was perfect into the sixth.

Yanks' Cole tosses gem in win over Jays to strengthen Cy Young case

The slugger, who didn't play Thursday, saw his average drop to .188 after taking an 0-for-4 in Wednesday's loss to the Blue Jays.

Yanks' Stanton realizes he's had a 'terrible' season

Wednesday night's performance against the Blue Jays opened eyes. The righthander allowed one run and five hits over seven innings, while striking out 13, in a 6-1 loss.

Yanks' King making strong case to start in '24

Yes, 2023 was a very mixed bag from the starting pitching staff, but manager Aaron Boone believes they have a 'chance to be outstanding' next season. 

Yankees optimistic about 2024 rotation prospects

During their history, having the best pitcher in the American League typically meant the Yankees were the best team, too.

Lennon: Cole's remarkable season is wasted opportunity for Yankees

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"Going into the game, we had an idea, obviously, just on film that's what we were going to get," the 49ers QB said.

Giants Q&A: How did Purdy fare vs. Wink's blitzing defense?

The Giants trailed 17-6 at halftime, but did get within 17-12 in the third quarter. The loss dropped them to 1-2.

Giants keep it close until second half in loss to 49ers

There wasn't much going on offensively and the defense struggled to get the 49ers off the field.

Giants grades vs. 49ers: At least special teams looked good

1-2 beats 0-3, and with games against the Seahawks and Dolphins ahead, we will know a lot more about them come mid-October.

Best: Giants outclassed, but it's too soon to write them off

The Mets (71-82), however, are mathematically alive -- albeit just barely -- in the NL wild-card race.  

Mets clinch losing record with loss to Phillies

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