Jazz Chisholm Jr. Hits Homer, Luis Gil Shines in Yankees’ 4-3 Victory over Cardinals
In a thrilling Friday night matchup, the New York Yankees came out on top with a 4-3 win against the St. Louis Cardinals. The game was highlighted by a homer from Jazz Chisholm Jr. and a stellar performance from pitcher Luis Gil.
Gil, who was making his third start of the season, allowed just one run on four hits and three walks while striking out four batters over 5 1/3 innings. His impressive outing helped keep the Cardinals’ offense at bay and set the tone for the rest of the game.
But it wasn’t just Gil who shined on the mound for the Yankees. David Bednar came in for the ninth inning and pitched a scoreless frame, earning his 19th save of the season and his second with the Yankees.
Chisholm Jr.’s homer in the fourth inning gave the Yankees an early lead and proved to be a crucial moment in the game. The young infielder has been a key player for the team this season and continues to make an impact with his powerful hitting.
With this win, the Yankees improve their record to 72-63 and remain in the hunt for a playoff spot. The team will look to continue their momentum in their next game against the Cardinals on Saturday. West Pittston to be unveiledDesign for new bridge linking Pittston, West Pittston to be unveiled
New York Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Jr. Hits Two-Run Homer to Lead Team to Victory Against St. Louis Cardinals
By Associated Press
UPDATED: August 16, 2025 at 7:16 AM EDT
ST. LOUIS – In a thrilling game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Jazz Chisholm Jr. of the New York Yankees hit a two-run home run in the first inning, setting the tone for a 4-3 victory on Friday night.
Chisholm’s homer, his 21st of the season, was a key moment in the game and helped secure the win for the Yankees. Luis Gil also played a crucial role, pitching one-run ball over 5 1/3 innings and earning his first win of the season.
The Cardinals put up a fight, with Andre Pallante striking out a season-high eight batters, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Yankees’ strong performance. The game also marked the return of former Cardinal Paul Goldschmidt, who made his first appearance at Busch Stadium since playing for the team from 2019-2024.
The Yankees’ victory was a team effort, with Jason Domínguez and Victor Scott II also contributing with RBI hits. Despite going 0 for 4, Aaron Judge continued his impressive season by reaching base safely in 98 of his 112 games played.
The Yankees will look to continue their winning streak with Max Fried on the mound in their next game against the Cardinals’ Sonny Gray. The game is scheduled for Saturday.
Key Moment: Chisholm’s Two-Run Homer
The highlight of the game was undoubtedly Chisholm’s two-run homer in the first inning. The powerful hit set the tone for the rest of the game and gave the Yankees an early lead that they were able to maintain.
Key Stat: Judge’s Consistency
Aaron Judge has been a consistent force for the Yankees this season, reaching base safely in 98 of his 112 games played. Even though he went 0 for 4 in this game, he still managed to draw a walk in the ninth inning, showcasing his ability to contribute to the team’s success in multiple ways.
Up Next: Yankees vs. Cardinals
The Yankees will face off against the Cardinals again on Saturday, with Max Fried taking the mound for the Yankees and Sonny Gray pitching for the Cardinals. Both teams will be looking to secure a win in this highly anticipated matchup.
Originally Published: August 16, 2025 at 7:14 AM EDT
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