Giancarlo Stanton’s Three-Run Double Lifts Yankees Over White Sox

The New York Yankees wrapped up their series against the Chicago White Sox in style Thursday night. They grabbed a 5-3 win and finished off the sweep at Yankee Stadium.

This victory kept the Yankees tied with the Toronto Blue Jays atop the AL East standings. Since Toronto holds the tiebreaker, New York will probably host a Wild Card series to kick off the postseason.

The game had no shortage of moments worth remembering. There was a franchise strikeout milestone, a wild record from Aaron Judge, and a clutch hit from Giancarlo Stanton that finally ended his September drought.

Early Struggles at the Plate

The Yankees got some early chances but couldn’t cash in during the first two innings. They loaded the bases twice and walked away empty both times.

Those missed opportunities might’ve changed the game’s momentum. Still, New York didn’t let up and kept grinding until they finally broke through.

Rodón’s Strikeout Milestone and Setback

Carlos Rodón punched his ticket into Yankees history with his 200th strikeout of the season. He became just the sixth lefty in franchise history to hit that mark.

But it wasn’t all smooth sailing for Rodón. Michael A. Taylor tagged him for a two-run homer in the fourth, putting the Yankees behind for a bit.

Rodón still turned in a solid effort: six innings, three runs allowed, and he wrapped up his regular season with career highs in innings pitched (195.1) and quality starts (18). His ERA? A strong 3.09.

Aaron Judge Sets an AL Record

Maybe the most interesting part of the night was Aaron Judge’s new place in the record books. Judge drew his 35th intentional walk of the year, breaking Ted Williams’ American League record that had stood since 1957.

That milestone says a lot about Judge’s presence at the plate. Pitchers just don’t want to mess with him if they don’t have to.

Stanton Delivers in the Clutch

Giancarlo Stanton’s September has been rough, but Thursday he came through when it mattered. In the fifth inning, Stanton ripped a three-run double into the gap, helped along by a Chicago defensive slip that let all three runners score.

That swing flipped the game in New York’s favor and reminded everyone just how dangerous Stanton can be.

Adding Insurance and Locking It Down

Rookie Austin Wells chipped in with an RBI double in the seventh, giving the Yankees a little extra cushion. After that, the bullpen took over.

Luke Weaver, Devin Williams, and David Bednar combined for three scoreless innings to finish things off.

Bednar Secures the Win

David Bednar locked down his 26th save of the season. That closed the book on the Yankees’ 91st win.

With steady late-inning work like this, the bullpen looks like a real weapon as October creeps closer.

Looking Ahead to the Orioles Series

Now the Yankees turn their attention to the last regular-season series against the Baltimore Orioles. Rookie right-hander Will Warren gets the ball for Friday’s opener.

The team’s hoping to build some momentum heading into the postseason. Feels like anything could happen from here.

Key Takeaways from the Sweep

The sweep over the White Sox meant more than just three wins. It gave the Yankees a chance to tighten up their roster and boost their confidence before playoff baseball.

• Carlos Rodón hit a historic strikeout milestone.
• Aaron Judge set a record with an intentional walk.
• Stanton stepped up with a clutch three-run double.
• The bullpen held things down and protected the lead.

There are only a few games left, and the Yankees are neck-and-neck with Toronto. Every at-bat, pitch, and call feels huge right now.

The Blue Jays have the head-to-head tiebreaker, but New York’s been steady—timely hitting, strong pitching, and a bit of grit. Fans should buckle up. There’s bound to be more drama and maybe even a few surprises before the season wraps up.

October baseball seems locked in for the Yankees. The real question? Will they grab the division title, or head in as a Wild Card team with something to prove?

 
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