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Philadelphia Surges Past Yankees for 2-0 Series Lead as Judge Lands on IL

Tests confirmed that Aaron Judge has a right elbow flexor strain; New York must recalibrate its pitching staff and lineup.

Nick Kurtz became the first rookie in baseball history to homer four times in a game as the Athletics beat the Astros for the second straight night.
TORONTO, ON - JULY 23: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees reacts in the dugout after hitting a 2 run home run in the sixth inning during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on July 23, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Nick Kurtz put in one of the best performances MLB has ever seen on Friday.
Jul 25, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Athletics designated hitter Nick Kurtz (16) hits his third home run of the game during the eighth inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Kyle Schwarber homered twice in Friday’s 12-5 opener and Bryce Harper hit a solo home run in Saturday’s 9-4 win to underscore Philadelphia’s potent lineup.
  • Ranger Suárez delivered 5⅔ innings of one-run, eight-strikeout pitching as his season-high 108 pitches helped stymie New York’s offense.
  • Yankees starters and relievers have surrendered 21 runs over the first two games of the series, reinforcing a 3-5 record since the All-Star break.
  • Manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Aaron Judge has a right elbow flexor strain and will be placed on the injured list as New York reshuffles its lineup.
  • New third baseman Ryan McMahon made his debut with a 1-for-3 performance and a notable defensive stop, but his arrival has yet to stabilize the Yankees’ infield.