Yankees struggle in loss to Red Sox in series opener

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Yankees struggle in loss to Red Sox in series opener
Summary

The New York Yankees began their series against the Boston Red Sox with a disappointing performance, losing the opener 6-3 at Fenway Park on June 25. Despite taking an early 2-0 lead, the Yankees faltered in the fifth inning, allowing a four-run surge from the Red Sox, highlighted by a two-run homer from Caleb Durbin. Aroldis Chapman faced a late challenge but managed to avoid further damage in the ninth inning. The teams will meet again tonight at 7:10 p.m. EST for the second game of the four-game series.

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  • •Yankees dropped the series opener 6-3 at Fenway Park
  • •Cam Schlittler allowed four runs in the fifth inning
  • •Caleb Durbin hit a crucial two-run home run for the Red Sox
  • •Aroldis Chapman faced a jam but avoided further runs
  • •Yankees play again tonight at 7:10 p.m. EST
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Will the Yankees shake off a lousy start to their series against their archrivals?

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Sunday Night Baseball in Philly is on deck. Will there be a sweep?

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The Yankees hit the weekend trying to stop a losing skid.

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