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Tigers defeat Yankees 5-3 behind Greene's homer and Valdez's strong pitching

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:35 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Tigers defeat Yankees 5-3 behind Greene's homer and Valdez's strong pitching

Summary

The Detroit Tigers secured a 5-3 victory over the New York Yankees on June 22, 2026. Riley Greene hit a home run and Kevin McGonigle contributed two RBIs as the Tigers won their fourth consecutive game. Framber Valdez outperformed Yankees ace Gerrit Cole, allowing only one run in six innings. The Yankees, missing Aaron Judge, fell to three straight losses, though they still hold the best record in the American League at 46-31. The teams continue their three-game series on June 23, with Casey Mize set to face Carlos Rodón.

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By the Numbers

•Riley Greene homered and drove in one run.
•Framber Valdez pitched six innings, allowing one run.
•Gerrit Cole allowed five runs in 4 1/3 innings.
•Tigers have won four straight games.
•The teams play again on June 23.

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1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Riley Greene and Framber Valdez lead Tigers past Gerrit Cole, Yankees 5-3 for 4th straight win

What they're saying

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Riley Greene homered and Kevin McGonigle drove in two runs as the Detroit Tigers beat Gerrit Cole for the first time in 10 years, winning 5-3 against the New York Yankees on Monday night. The left-hander struck out eight as the Tigers won their fourth straight game. Cole (2-2) entered 10-1 with a 1.84 ERA in 14 career starts against Detroit, with his only loss coming as a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 14, 2016.
— Yahoo Sportsby DAVE HOGG

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