Yankees fall to Cardinals 3-1; Boone discusses missed opportunities

The New York Yankees lost to the St. Louis Cardinals 3-1 at Yankee Stadium on August 5, 2026, completing a three-game series. The Yankees went 0-for-10 with runners in scoring position during the game. Manager Aaron Boone criticized the team’s inability to capitalize on opportunities, stating, 'We got to come through in those situations.' The Cardinals scored all three runs in the fifth inning with a two-run double by JJ Wetherholt and an RBI double from Ivan Herrera. The Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. walked with the bases loaded to register the team's only run. New York is currently holding the first American League Wild Card spot as they prepare to face the Atlanta Braves in an upcoming series.

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