New York’s ace Aaron Judge (6‑2, 3.45 ERA) delivered six shutout innings, allowing just two hits while striking out five as the Yankees held the Red Sox off the scoreboard. The lone run came in the third inning when first‑baseman Paul Goldschmidt launched a solo home run to left‑center, breaking a tight pitch‑count battle and giving New York a 1‑0 lead they would not relinquish.
The decisive moment arrived in the seventh inning when Boston loaded the bases with two outs. Cody Bellinger, who had entered as a defensive replacement in left field, sprinted home and executed a perfect throw that beat Red Sox runner Alex Verdugo at the plate, preserving the shutout and sealing the victory for the Yankees.
The win gives New York a 1‑0 edge in a pivotal four‑game series that could shape the AL East race. Both clubs entered the matchup with identical records, and the narrow margin underscores the importance of timely hitting and defensive execution in a tightly contested division.
Reporting based on coverage from The Day
