Yankees secure 13-8 victory over Athletics to end May strong
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:55 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The New York Yankees concluded May with a 13-8 win against the Oakland Athletics on May 31, 2026. The Yankees improved their record to 36-23 and are 1.5 games behind the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East. New York's offense was highlighted by a 13-run third inning, allowing them to build a significant lead. Aaron Judge noted the positive momentum heading into a six-game homestand starting with the Cleveland Guardians. Judge and Ben Rice each contributed significantly, with Rice tying for the team lead in home runs.
- •Yankees end May with a 13-8 win over Athletics
- •New York is 36-23, 1.5 games behind Tampa Bay
- •A 13-run third inning fueled the Yankees' victory
- •Aaron Judge and Ben Rice each made significant contributions
- •Yankees begin a six-game homestand starting Tuesday
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees enter June with 'lot of positives' as breakthrough at Athletics stamps late-month surge
"The New York Yankees capped a strong end to May this weekend with a 13-8 win over the Athletics.
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