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Yankees' Rice Slams Orioles, Strengthens Wild-Card Bid

9/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

Ben Rice hit a grand slam in the 10th inning, leading the Yankees to a 7-1 win over the Orioles, marking his second grand slam and 24th home run this season.
The Yankees won the four-game series and remain the top AL wild-card team, two games behind the Blue Jays in the AL East.
Cam Schlittler pitched 5.1 innings, allowing one run and striking out six, strengthening his postseason rotation candidacy.
The bullpen delivered 4.2 scoreless innings, with David Bednar earning the win and Camilo Doval closing the game after loading the bases.
Rice noted the increasing importance of upcoming games, stating, "Every game is going to be more important than the last one."

History

Historical Context

The New York Yankees won their first World Series in 1923, marking the beginning of a storied legacy in Major League Baseball. That season, Babe Ruth set a record with 41 home runs, highlighting the team's offensive strength. Today, the Yankees remain competitive, with Ben Rice's recent grand slam echoing their historic prowess as they pursue postseason success, reflecting their enduring quest for championships.

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Story summary

Ben Rice hit a grand slam in the 10th inning, leading the Yankees to a 7-1 win over the Orioles, marking his second grand slam and 24th home run this season.
The Yankees won the four-game series and remain the top AL wild-card team, two games behind the Blue Jays in the AL East.
Cam Schlittler pitched 5.1 innings, allowing one run and striking out six, strengthening his postseason rotation candidacy.
The bullpen delivered 4.2 scoreless innings, with David Bednar earning the win and Camilo Doval closing the game after loading the bases.
Rice noted the increasing importance of upcoming games, stating, "Every game is going to be more important than the last one."

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