Yankees gain ground in standings as Rays fall to White Sox

The New York Yankees secured a victory over the Chicago Cubs on July 31, 2026, breaking a two-game losing streak. Will Warren led the team with a strong performance, and home runs from Amed Rosario and Spencer Jones contributed to the win. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 6-1, allowing the Yankees to gain a full game in the AL East standings. The White Sox took control early, scoring multiple home runs and limiting the Rays to just five hits. The loss positioned Tampa Bay's lead over the Yankees at 2.5 games.

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