Yankees struggle in 5-3 loss to Tigers in series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:31 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The New York Yankees faced a disappointing start against the Detroit Tigers on June 22, falling 5-3 at Comerica Park. Gerrit Cole pitched 4.1 innings, giving up five runs, while the Yankees' offense managed only four hits. After taking an early lead in the second inning, the Yankees couldn't maintain momentum. Despite a late push, including a two-run homer from Amed Rosario, they fell short. The teams continue their series on June 23, with Carlos Rodón starting for the Yankees against Detroit's Casey Mize.
- •Yankees scored first but could not hold the lead.
- •Gerrit Cole allowed five runs on nine hits.
- •Amed Rosario hit a late two-run home run.
- •Yankees and Tigers will play again on June 23.
- 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — Sloppy Yankees drop series opener to Tigers
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees out Cole’d as Tigers win series opener
"The Yankees struggled in almost every aspect of the game on Monday in Detroit.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 1:31 AMSloppy Yankees drop series opener to Tigers
The Yankees struggled in almost every aspect of the game on Monday in Detroit.
- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 1:00 AMYankees out Cole’d as Tigers win series opener
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