Yankees shut out Mets 2-0 as Boone jokes about leg injury
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

The New York Yankees secured a 2-0 victory over the New York Mets on Sunday, further solidifying their postseason hopes. Cam Schlittler delivered a strong performance on the mound, contributing to the team's shutout. Following the game, Yankees manager Aaron Boone appeared with a noticeable limp during his press conference, prompting a lighthearted exchange with media. Boone recalled his past injury that led to Alex Rodriguez's trade to the team in 2004. The Yankees next continue their push for the playoffs as they approach the end of the regular season.
- •Yankees defeat Mets 2-0 in Sunday's game.
- •Cam Schlittler pitched effectively, contributing to the shutout.
- •Aaron Boone appeared with a limp during the postgame press conference.
- •Boone joked about a past injury that led to Alex Rodriguez's arrival in 2004.
- •Yankees are moving closer to clinching a postseason spot.
- 4:36 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees news: Aaron Boone the butt of Alex Rodriguez joke after showing up with limp
"The New York Yankees are inching closer and closer to clinching a spot in the 2026 MLB postseason, and on Sunday, they ended their three-game weekend series against the New York Mets in excellent fashion — shutting them out 2-0 behind another incredible outing from starting pitcher Cam Schlittler . After the game, Aaron Boone held his customary […] The post Yankees news: Aaron Boone the butt of Alex Rodriguez joke after showing up with limp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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