Yankees strike out 17 times again in loss to Rays
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 3:31 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
On July 7, the New York Yankees lost 6-4 to the Tampa Bay Rays, striking out 17 times during the game. This performance marks the second consecutive game in which the Yankees have reached that strikeout total, making them the first team in American League history to do so in successive nine-inning games. The game was part of the regular season schedule, continuing the Yankees' struggles at the plate. Following this loss, the Yankees will look to improve their performance in their next matchup against the Rays.
- •Yankees lose 6-4 to Rays on July 7
- •New York records 17 strikeouts in the game
- •Yankees have struck out 17 times in two consecutive games
- •Yankees seek to turn around performance in upcoming game
- •Loss continues Yankees' difficulties at the plate
- 4:31 AMESPN — Yankees make history, strike out 17 times again
"In a 6-4 loss to the Rays on Tuesday night, the Yankees whiffed 17 times to become the first team in American League history to hit that mark in consecutive nine-inning games.
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