After a concerning performance against the Athletics, Anthony Rizzo responded emphatically with a two-run homer in Tuesday’s game, contributing to the Yankees’ 4-3 victory. The first baseman, who had been struggling with a .227 average and only one home run in the first 23 games of the season, reassured reporters that he is healthy and taking each day at a time.
Rizzo’s resurgence was evident in his blast in the first inning, which traveled beyond Yankee Stadium’s right field fence. Giancarlo Stanton also contributed, driving in two runs with a double. However, Oakland’s Paul Blackburn settled down after the first inning, pitching a total of six innings and allowing no runs.
On the mound, Jameson Taillon had a night of contrasts. He struck out nine batters, his most since 2021, but also surrendered three earned runs on seven hits, including two homers. Despite his struggles, the Yankees bullpen, led by Ron Marinaccio, Caleb Ferguson, Dennis Santana, and Clay Holmes, held Oakland in check.
The Yankees and Athletics will face off again on Wednesday, with the Yankees sending out Luis Severino to face Joe Boyle of the Athletics. Severino has been solid this season with a 3.15 ERA, while Boyle has struggled with a 7.23 ERA.
