Jazz Chisholm's home run lifts Yankees past Dodgers in night game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 2:25 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a crucial solo home run in the bottom of the eighth inning to secure a 2-1 victory for the New York Yankees against the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 19. This win came after the Yankees lost the first game of a doubleheader earlier that day. Chisholm's homer tied him for the MLB lead with three game-winning home runs in the eighth inning or later this season, a significant achievement amid a challenging year for him. With Aaron Judge still sidelined, Chisholm's contribution was vital for the Yankees’ confidence.
- •Chisholm's home run was the decisive run in the 2-1 victory.
- •The Yankees previously lost the first game of the doubleheader.
- •Chisholm is now tied for the most eighth-inning home runs this season.
- •Aaron Judge remains out due to injury, increasing Chisholm's importance.
- •This win can provide a significant confidence boost for the team.
- 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees' Jazz Chisholm takes surprising MLB lead with heroic home run
"Jazz came through when the Yanks needed it.
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