Yankees score 13 runs in a historic third inning against Athletics
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Last updated May 31, 2026
The New York Yankees showcased an impressive offensive display during the third inning of their game against the Oakland Athletics on May 31, 2026. They scored 13 runs in that inning, turning a three-run deficit into a significant lead., all 11 hits and all runs during this explosive frame were achieved without any home runs. Ben Rice contributed significantly with two extra base hits. This performance marks the Yankees' first instance of scoring 13 runs in a single inning in 21 years, although it falls short of the all-time record of 18 runs held by the Chicago White Stockings.
- •Yankees scored 13 runs on 11 hits in the third inning.
- •Twelve consecutive batters reached base to start the inning.
- •Ben Rice recorded two extra base hits, driving in four runs.
- •This inning is the Yankees' most prolific since June 21, 2005.
- •The Yankees ultimately won the game 13-8 over the Athletics.
- 11:44 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees have wild 3rd inning, accomplish feat not seen since 2009
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Most runs scored in an inning: Where Yankees' outburst vs. Athletics ranks on all-time list
"The New York Yankees have had plenty of memorable offensive performances throughout baseball history, but what happened on Sunday against the Athletics was something entirely different. After falling behind 3-0 early, the Yankees exploded for one of the most bizarre…
"The Yankees put forth a historic offensive performance during the third inning of their tilt with the Athletics on Sunday afternoon.
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External links- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 11:44 PMYankees have wild 3rd inning, accomplish feat not seen since 2009
The New York Yankees have had plenty of memorable offensive performances throughout baseball history, but what happened on Sunday against the Athletics was something entirely different. After falling behind 3-0 early, the Yankees exploded for one of the most bizarre…
- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 11:39 PMMost runs scored in an inning: Where Yankees' outburst vs. Athletics ranks on all-time list
The Yankees put forth a historic offensive performance during the third inning of their tilt with the Athletics on Sunday afternoon.
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