Yankees Set Historic Record with Three Consecutive Home Runs in Game Against Orioles

The New York Yankees achieved a remarkable milestone in their recent 15-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. On Tuesday night, they made MLB history by becoming the first team to start a game with three consecutive home runs on two separate occasions within the same season.

In the game, Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham led off with an impressive swing, hitting a hanging cutter from Kyle Gibson into the right-field seats on just the second pitch of the game. This homer marked Grisham’s eighth round-tripper of the season, giving the Yankees an early 1-0 lead.

Power Play Continues with Aaron Judge and Ben Rice

Following Grisham, Aaron Judge stepped up to the plate and wasted no time. He launched a high fastball over the scoreboard in right field, securing his ninth home run of the season and extending the Yankees’ lead to 2-0.

The onslaught continued as designated hitter Ben Rice, on Gibson’s fifth pitch, hit a towering shot to make the score 3-0. This was just the beginning for Rice, who would go on to hit a second home run during the game.

Yankees Showcase Early Offensive Dominance

Gibson managed to record only one out before Yankees slugger Cody Bellinger took his turn at bat. Bellinger struck another high fastball, further extending the Yankees’ lead to 4-0 in a staggering display of power hitting. In total, the Yankees hit four home runs within the first five batters of the game, putting tremendous pressure on the Orioles from the outset.

“Grish got it going for us and set the tone for us early on,” Judge remarked following the game. His enthusiasm was palpable as he added, “When he goes up there and sends one to Eutaw Street, it’s pretty impressive and gets you going.”

Pitching Performance Contrast

While Yankees’ hitters excelled, the performance of starting pitcher Carlos Rodon contrasted sharply with that of Kyle Gibson. Rodon dominated the mound, carrying a perfect game into the sixth inning. Ultimately, he completed six full innings, allowing just two earned runs on two hits, while striking out an impressive seven batters.

In contrast, Gibson’s outing resulted in a troubling line of 3 2/3 innings pitched, during which he conceded nine runs on eleven hits. Each Yankees starter contributed to the scoreboard, illustrating the team’s offensive depth and resilience.

Previous Historic Performance

This achievement was not the first instance for the Yankees this season. Earlier, on March 29, they had also opened a game—against the Milwaukee Brewers—with three consecutive home runs. This consistency in power hitting showcases the team’s capability of explosive offensive plays.

Looking Ahead: Series Continuation

With this latest victory, the Yankees improved their season record to 18-12, while the Orioles fell to 11-18. The teams are gearing up for the third match of their three-game series, scheduled for Wednesday at 6:35 p.m. ET. Fans eagerly anticipate whether the Yankees will continue their impressive offensive display or if the Orioles will bounce back.

In summation, the Yankees’ achievement of making home run history serves as a reminder of the thrilling unpredictability of baseball. The combination of powerful hitters and strong pitching performance signals promise for the remainder of the season.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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