Yankees earn comeback victory over Pirates with Chisholm's big game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
The New York Yankees secured an 8-5 victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 20 at Yankee Stadium. Braxton Ashcraft struggled on the mound for the Pirates, allowing eight runs over three innings. Jazz Chisholm Jr. shone for the Yankees with a season-high five RBIs, including two home runs. Esmerlyn Valdez contributed by hitting his seventh home run in eight games, marking a notable achievement as he became the fourth player since 1900 to record 13 home runs in 32 games or fewer. The series continues with another matchup scheduled for July 21.
- •Jazz Chisholm Jr. had his first multi-homer game of the season.
- •Esmerlyn Valdez extended his hitting streak to eight games.
- •Pirates committed two errors in a critical first inning.
- •Chisholm's performance included a three-run homer that shifted momentum.
- •Bubba Chandler is scheduled to start for the Pirates on July 21.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Ashcraft Struggles for Pirates in Loss to Yankees; Valdez Joins Exclusive List
"Per the Elias Sports Bureau, Esmerlyn Valdez became the fourth player to debut since 1900 to record 13 career home runs 32 games or fewer.
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