Yankees secure 3-1 win as Rodon returns against Orioles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:52 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Yankees defeated the Orioles 3-1 on August 18, 2026, aided by Trent Grisham's performance. Carlos Rodon made his first start since June after returning from the IL. He successfully navigated a bases-loaded situation in the second inning, thanks to Austin Wells' challenge that gained a crucial strike call. Rodon allowed one run on two hits over four innings, totaling 66 pitches. Manager Aaron Boone praised Wells for making a key challenge that helped secure the win.
- •Yankees win 3-1 against Orioles
- •Rodon returns from IL with four strong innings
- •Wells' challenge leads to key strike call
- •Boone praises Wells for crucial decision
- •Yankees improve positioning in playoff race
- 3:52 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees' Austin Wells has 'challenge of the season' to help Carlos Rodon through first start off IL
"The Yankees, on the strength of Trent Grisham, pulled out a 3-1 win over the Orioles on Tuesday night. But the game could have been very different if not for Austin Wells and ABS.
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